Exploring Wave Properties and Behavior

How do particles move in a transverse wave relative to the wave's direction?

• back and forth

• at right angles

What is it called when a wave hits a smooth surface and bounces back?

• Reflection

• Refraction

Which part of a wave is measured from the rest position to the crest?

• Amplitude

• Wavelength

If the amplitude of a wave increases, what happens to its energy?

• The energy increases

• The energy decreases

What changes when a wave enters a new medium at an angle?

• Frequency

• Direction

Which best describes a longitudinal wave?

• Particles move back and forth in the same direction as the wave

• Particles move up and down at right angles to the wave

A student measures the angle of incidence and reflection on a mirror. What should they find?

• The angles are equal

• The angle of reflection is always greater

How can you increase the frequency of a wave on a rope?

• Move your hand up and down more slowly

• Move your hand up and down more quickly

What is the bending of a wave called when it enters a new medium?

• Refraction

• Reflection

If a wave has a long wavelength, what can you say about its frequency if the speed is constant?

• The frequency is low

• The frequency is high