What Are Waves? & Wave Properties Flashcards by Ashleigh Peters

Q

Which type of wave requires a medium?

Sound
Light
X-Ray
Radio

A

Sound

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Q

What kind of wave is a sound wave?

Transverse
Longitudinal
EM wave
Standing

A

Longitudinal

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Q

The distance between two crests is called:

Amplitude
Frequency
Wavelength
Speed

A

Wavelength

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Q

The unit for frequency is:

Meters
Seconds
Hertz
Newtons

A

Hertz

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Q

Amplitude affects a wave’s

Speed
Direction
Energy
Wavelength

A

Energy

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