3.1 Review

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What is a longitudinal wave?

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A type of wave where particles move back and forth in the same direction that the wave travels.

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What is a transverse wave?

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A type of wave where particles move up and down, perpendicular to the direction the wave travels.

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What is an electromagnetic wave?

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A disturbance in electric and magnetic fields; a type of transverse wave.

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What is a wave?

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A disturbance that transfers energy from one place to another.

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What is a mechanical wave?

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A wave that requires a medium (like air, water, or solid) through which to travel.

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What is a medium in the context of waves?

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The substance through which a wave travels, such as air, water, or a solid material.

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Can sound travel through a vacuum?

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No, sound requires a medium to travel and cannot move through a vacuum.

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What is the difference between mechanical and electromagnetic waves?

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Mechanical waves require a medium to travel, while electromagnetic waves do not.

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Give an example of a transverse wave.

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Light waves are an example of transverse waves.

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Give an example of a longitudinal wave.

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Sound waves are an example of longitudinal waves.