Waves Flashcards
1
Q
Give the waves of the electromagnetic spectrum in order of longest to shortest
A
Radio waves
Microwaves
Infrared
Visable light
Ultraviolet
X rays
Gamma rays
2
Q
What is the wavelength of visable light?
A
380 to 700 nm
3
Q
What can a progressive wave do?
A
Move energy from one place to another without transferring matter
4
Q
Name transverse waves?
A
- All waves on the electromagnetic spectrum
- S waves
5
Q
Name longitudinal waves
A
Sound and P waves
6
Q
What do longitudinal waves have?
A
Areas of compression and refraction
