Waves Test Review

Which type of wave moves particles perpendicular to the direction of the wave?

• Longitudinal wave

• Transverse wave

• Surface wave

• Electromagnetic wave

What is the name of the highest point on a transverse wave?

• Trough

• Crest

• Compression

• Rarefaction

In a longitudinal wave, what is the area where particles are closest together called?

• Crest

• Compression

• Trough

• Rarefaction

Which of the following is an example of a transverse wave?

• Sound wave

• Water wave

• Seismic P-wave

• Spring wave

What do we call the part of a longitudinal wave where particles are spread apart?

• Crest

• Compression

• Rarefaction

• Trough

Which type of wave requires a medium to travel?

• Electromagnetic wave

• Transverse wave

• Longitudinal wave

• Both B and C

What is the direction of particle movement in a longitudinal wave?

• Perpendicular to wave direction

• Parallel to wave direction

• Circular motion

• No movement

Which wave type can travel through a vacuum?

• Sound wave

• Water wave

• Light wave

• Seismic wave

What is the term for the lowest point on a transverse wave?

• Crest

• Compression

• Trough

• Rarefaction

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a transverse wave?

• Has crests and troughs

• Particles move parallel to wave direction

• Can travel through solids

• Can be electromagnetic