Waves test 2

Front

What is a wave?

Back

A wave is a disturbance that transfers energy from one place to another without transferring matter.

Front

What is wavelength?

Back

Wavelength is the distance between two consecutive crests or troughs in a wave.

Front

What is the crest of a wave?

Back

The crest is the highest point of a wave.

Front

What is the trough of a wave?

Back

The trough is the lowest point of a wave.

Front

What is amplitude?

Back

Amplitude is the maximum distance that the wave moves from its rest position.

Front

What is the electromagnetic spectrum?

Back

The electromagnetic spectrum is the range of all types of electromagnetic radiation, including visible light.

Front

What is a prism?

Back

A prism is a transparent object that separates white light into its component colors.

Front

What happens to light when it hits a banana?

Back

The banana reflects yellow wavelengths of light and absorbs most other wavelengths, making it appear yellow.

Front

What is the relationship between amplitude and energy in a wave?

Back

Higher amplitude means more energy in the wave.

Front

What is a sound wave?

Back

A sound wave is a type of wave that travels through air (or other mediums) and is caused by vibrating objects.