Understanding Wave Speed and Media Density

Front

What happens to the speed of mechanical waves when they move from solids to gases?

Back

Speed decreases.

Front

Why do electromagnetic waves slow down in mediums like water and glass?

Back

Due to the high density of the medium.

Front

What does the speed of any wave depend upon?

Back

The medium through which it travels.

Front

In which medium do light waves travel fastest?

Back

A vacuum.

Front

Which statement is true about the speed of sound waves in different media?

Back

Sound waves are fastest in solids and slowest in gases.

Front

Define wave speed.

Back

Wave speed is the distance a wave travels per unit of time.

Front

What is the relationship between medium density and wave speed?

Back

Generally, higher density mediums slow down wave speed.

Front

What type of wave requires a medium to travel?

Back

Mechanical waves.

Front

What type of wave can travel through a vacuum?

Back

Electromagnetic waves.

Front

What is a mechanical wave?

Back

A wave that requires a medium (solid, liquid, or gas) to travel.