Wave Properties

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the definition of amplitude in wave properties?
Back
Amplitude is the maximum displacement of points on a wave from its rest position, indicating the energy of the wave.
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NGSS.HS-PS4-5
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is transferred by waves as they propagate through a medium?
Back
Waves transfer energy from one location to another.
Tags
NGSS.HS-PS4-1
NGSS.HS-PS4-3
NGSS.HS-PS4-5
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does an increase in energy affect the amplitude of a wave?
Back
When energy increases, the amplitude of the wave increases.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between longitudinal and transverse waves?
Back
Longitudinal waves oscillate parallel to the direction of wave propagation, while transverse waves oscillate perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is echolocation and how do dolphins use it?
Back
Echolocation is a biological sonar used by dolphins to communicate and navigate underwater by emitting sound waves and interpreting the echoes.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the wavelength of a wave?
Back
Wavelength is the distance between successive crests or troughs of a wave.
Tags
NGSS.HS-PS4-1
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is frequency in the context of wave properties?
Back
Frequency is the number of complete wave cycles that pass a given point in one second, measured in hertz (Hz).
Tags
NGSS.HS-PS4-1
NGSS.HS-PS4-4
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