ICP Waves Review

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What is a medium in the context of waves?

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A medium is a substance (solid, liquid, or gas) through which the energy of a wave can travel.

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What do waves transfer?

Back

Waves are a transfer of energy.

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What does the amplitude of a wave represent?

Back

Amplitude represents the maximum displacement of points on a wave from its rest position.

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What is the correct unit for measuring wavelength?

Back

The correct unit for wavelength is meters (m).

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What is diffraction in wave behavior?

Back

Diffraction is the bending of waves around obstacles and the spreading out of waves when they pass through small openings.

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What is the definition of frequency in wave terms?

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

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What is the relationship between wavelength and frequency?

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Wavelength and frequency are inversely related; as the wavelength increases, the frequency decreases, and vice versa.

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What is a crest in a wave?

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A crest is the highest point of a 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.

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What is the resting point of a wave?

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The resting point is the position of the medium when there is no wave passing through it.