Wave Types-KL

Front

What characterizes a swell?

Back

Uniform, symmetrical waves with long crests.

Front

What type of interference occurs with in-phase wave trains with about the same wavelengths?

Back

Constructive interference.

Front

Which of the following is a characteristic of constructive interference?

Back

Waves are in-phase.

Front

Where do swells typically travel from?

Back

Storm areas.

Front

How long was the USS Ramapo?

Back

152 meters (500 feet).

Front

Define 'wave' in the context of physics.

Back

A wave is a disturbance that transfers energy through space or matter.

Front

What is the difference between constructive and destructive interference?

Back

Constructive interference occurs when waves combine to make a larger wave, while destructive interference occurs when waves combine to make a smaller wave.

Front

What is a wave train?

Back

A series of waves traveling in the same direction.

Front

Explain the term 'frequency' in relation to waves.

Back

Frequency is the number of waves that pass a point in one second.

Front

What is the relationship between wavelength and frequency?

Back

Wavelength and frequency are inversely related; as one increases, the other decreases.