Properties of waves-1

What is a wave?

• A method of transferring light

• A method of transferring matter

• A method of transferring energy without transferring matter

• A method of transferring sound

What is the direction of oscillations in a transverse wave?

• In a circular motion

• Perpendicular to the direction of travel

• In a zigzag pattern

• Parallel to the direction of travel

How do you calculate the frequency of a wave?

• By multiplying the period by the wavelength

• By dividing one second by the period

• By subtracting the period from the wavelength

• By adding the amplitude and wavelength

In a longitudinal wave, what is the term for areas where particles are spread out?

• Crest

• Rarefaction

• Compression

• Trough

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

• Light wave

• Radio wave

• Water wave

• Sound wave