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?
Back
A medium is the matter (solid, liquid, or gas) through which waves can travel.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
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?
Back
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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