Properties of Waves

Analyze the relationship between wave frequency and wave speed. If the frequency of a wave increases while the speed remains constant, what happens to the wavelength?

• A) The wavelength increases.

• B) The wavelength decreases.

• C) The wavelength remains the same.

• D) The wavelength becomes zero.

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Evaluate the following statement: "A wave with a higher amplitude will always travel faster than a wave with a lower amplitude." Is this statement true or false?

• True, because higher amplitude means more energy.

• False, because amplitude does not affect wave speed.

• True, because higher amplitude waves have longer wavelengths.

• False, because amplitude only affects frequency.

Analyze how the amplitude of a wave affects its energy. Which of the following statements is correct?

• A) A wave with a larger amplitude carries less energy.

• B) A wave with a larger amplitude carries more energy.

• C) Amplitude does not affect the energy of a wave.

• D) A wave with a smaller amplitude carries more energy.

Evaluate the impact of wave speed on wave behavior. If the speed of a wave increases, what is the most likely effect on its frequency, assuming the wavelength remains constant?

• A) The frequency decreases.

• B) The frequency increases.

• C) The frequency remains the same.

• D) The frequency becomes zero.

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Analyze the application of waves in real-world scenarios. Which of the following is an example of how wave properties are utilized in technology?

• Using amplitude to measure the depth of the ocean.

• Using frequency to tune a radio station.

• Using wavelength to determine the color of light.

• Using wave speed to calculate the distance of a thunderstorm.

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Which letter(s) represent the wavelength?

• A & B

• B & D

• B & F

• C & E

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