Waves

Which letter(s) represent the trough of the wave?

• A

• B & D

• D

• C & G

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What kind of wave is pictured below?

• compressional wave

• transverse wave

• sound wave

• mechanical wave

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Which wave in the diagram has the greatest wavelength?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

What is the frequency of this wave? You must count the number of complete waves.

• 1 Hz

• 5 Hz

• 10 Hz

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What is the distance between the calm sea and the highest wave called?

• Wave

• Frequency

• Amplitude

• Magnitude

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Waves that can travel through space where there is no matter are called:

• tidal waves

• electromagnetic waves

• sound waves

• none of the above

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What property of the wave is represented by the letter "A"?

• amplitude

• crest

• trough

• wavelength

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Which wave in the diagram has the greatest frequency?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

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Which wave has a greater frequency?

• A

• B

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All waves carry ________ as they travel from one place to another.

• matter

• space

• energy

• water

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