What is the definition of a wave?
Waves Assessment

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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A wave is a disturbance that transfers energy from one place to another without transferring matter.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is wavelength?
Back
Wavelength is the distance between two consecutive points in phase on a wave, such as from crest to crest or compression to compression.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a medium in the context of waves?
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A medium is the matter (solid, liquid, or gas) through which waves can travel.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What type of wave is characterized by particle movement parallel to the direction of wave propagation?
Back
Longitudinal wave.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What type of wave is characterized by particle movement perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation?
Back
Transverse wave.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What does a wave carry from place to place?
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Energy.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is amplitude in relation to waves?
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Amplitude is the maximum displacement of points on a wave from its rest position, related to the energy of the wave.
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