Wave Interactions and Properties

The video covers the schedule for unit 11 on waves, introduces the concept of a 'quest', and provides instructions for lesson planning and peer teaching. It explains wave properties, including types and characteristics, and discusses wave interactions such as reflection, refraction, and interference.

What is a 'quest' as described in the lesson?

• A group project

• A homework assignment

• A combination of a quiz and a test

• A type of quiz

Which of the following is NOT a learning target for the lesson?

• Distinguishing local particle vibrations from overall wave motion

• Comparing and contrasting transverse and longitudinal waves

• Understanding the history of wave theory

• Applying the relationship among wave speed, frequency, and wavelength

What is the main characteristic of transverse waves?

• They travel parallel to the direction of motion

• They are only found in sound waves

• They travel perpendicular to the direction of motion

• They do not travel through a medium

What is the relationship between wavelength and frequency?

• They are directly proportional

• They are inversely proportional

• They are unrelated

• They are the same

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

• Light waves

• Ocean waves

• Sound waves

• P-waves for earthquakes

Which wave interaction occurs when a wave bounces back after hitting a surface it cannot pass through?

• Absorption

• Refraction

• Diffraction

• Reflection

What causes refraction of waves?

• Waves being absorbed by a material

• Waves bouncing back from a surface

• Waves changing speed as they enter a new medium

• Waves spreading out after passing through a small opening

Which type of wave interaction involves waves spreading out after passing through a small opening?

• Refraction

• Reflection

• Absorption

• Diffraction

What happens during constructive interference?

• Waves are absorbed by a surface

• Waves add up to make a larger amplitude

• Waves cancel each other out

• Waves change direction

What is a node in the context of wave interference?

• A point where waves are reflected

• A point of zero amplitude

• A point of maximum amplitude

• A point where waves are absorbed