Wave Reflection, Absorption, and Transmittance

Front

Waves move _______, not matter.

Back

energy

Front

Which of the following are properties of waves?

Back

All of the above (Amplitude, Wavelength, Frequency)

Front

The height of the wave from its resting point is called its ___________.

Back

amplitude

Front

Which properties of waves make up color?

Back

Wavelength and frequency

Front

What is the unit of measurement for frequency?

Back

Hertz

Front

What is amplitude?

Back

The maximum height of a wave from its resting position.

Front

What is wavelength?

Back

The distance between two consecutive crests or troughs of a wave.

Front

What is frequency?

Back

The number of waves that pass a point in one second, measured in Hertz.

Front

What happens to a wave when it hits a barrier?

Back

It can be reflected, absorbed, or transmitted.

Front

What is wave reflection?

Back

When a wave bounces back after hitting a barrier.