Waves Quiz

Which of the following is not a type of wave?

• Sound wave

• Light wave

• Water wave

• Solid wave

Which property of a wave determines its loudness?

• Amplitude

• Wavelength

• Frequency

• Speed

Which property of a wave determines its pitch?

• Amplitude

• Wavelength

• Frequency

• Speed

Which property of a wave determines its color?

• Amplitude

• Wavelength

• Frequency

• Speed

Which type of wave has particles that vibrate perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation?

• Transverse wave

• Longitudinal wave

• Electromagnetic wave

• Mechanical wave

Which property of a wave determines its energy?

• Amplitude

• Wavelength

• Frequency

• Speed

Which type of wave has particles that vibrate parallel to the direction of wave propagation?

• Transverse wave

• Longitudinal wave

• Electromagnetic wave

• Mechanical wave

What is the term for the highest point of a wave?

• Amplitude

• Crest

• Trough

• Wavelength

Which property of a wave determines its speed?

• Amplitude

• Wavelength

• Frequency

• Medium

What is the term for the maximum displacement of a point on the wave from its rest position?

• Amplitude

• Frequency

• Wavelength

• Velocity