Waves Quiz Review

Which of the following is an example of a mechanical wave? 

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Answer explanation

Reminder: Mechanical waves NEED a MEDIUM (Solid, Liquid, or Gas)

Which part of a wave represents the distance between two crests or troughs? 

• Wavelength

• Frequency

• Amplitude

• Period

Answer explanation

You can also measure wavelength from trough to trough

Which of the following  type of matter is best at moving sound waves?

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Which type of wave requires a medium to travel through? 

• Transverse Wave

• Longitudinal Wave

• Electromagnetic Wave

• Both Transverse and Longitudinal Wave

Which of the following affects the loudness of a sound wave? 

• Wavelength

• Frequency

• Amplitude

• Speed

Answer explanation

Reminder: Frequency changes the PITCH of the sound

What happens to the frequency of a wave when its wavelength decreases? 

• The Frequency Increases

• The Frequency Decreases

• The Frequency Stays the Same

Answer explanation

The are inverse (or opposite of eachother)

What is the unit of measurement for frequency? 

• Meters (m)

• Hertz (Hz)

• Newton (N)

• Watts (W)

What is the main factor that determines the pitch of a sound wave? 

• Amplitude

• Frequency

• Wavelength

• Speed

Match the following types of waves to their description

What is number 1 showing?

• Amplitude

• Wavelength

• Trough

• Crest