Waves Test 6th grade

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What is Absorption in the context of waves?

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Absorption is the process by which a material takes in light or other waves, converting the energy of the wave into heat.

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What is Wavelength?

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

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What is a Wave?

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A wave is a disturbance in a medium that transfers energy from one place to another.

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What type of wave is characterized by particle movement parallel to the direction of wave travel?

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Longitudinal wave.

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What is a Trough in a wave?

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A trough is the lowest point of a wave below the line of origin.

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What is Reflection in the context of waves?

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Reflection is the bouncing back of a wave when it hits a barrier.

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What is Refraction?

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Refraction is the bending of waves as they pass from one medium to another, changing speed.

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What is Frequency in relation to waves?

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Frequency is the number of waves that pass a point in one second, measured in Hertz (Hz).

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What is a Crest in a wave?

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A crest is the highest point of a wave above the line of origin.

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What is the Medium in the context of waves?

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The medium is the substance through which a wave travels, such as air, water, or solid materials.