Physics Waves Quiz

What is the central idea of waves?

• Waves are static forms of energy that do not transfer energy.

• Waves transfer energy and can exist in the form of longitudinal and transverse waves.

• Waves are primarily visible and audible phenomena that do not interact with each other.

• Waves cannot transfer energy and are always in the form of transverse waves.

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Which of the following is a common misconception about waves?

• Waves transport matter.

• All electromagnetic waves travel at different speeds.

• Waves do not have energy.

• Sound cannot travel through space.

What do all electromagnetic waves exhibit?

• They travel at variable speeds depending on the medium.

• They only reflect and never refract or diffract.

• They exhibit all of the behavior and properties of waves, including reflection, refraction, and diffraction.

• They are unaffected by frequencies and wavelengths.

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What happens to the frequency of a wave as its wavelength increases?

• Frequency increases

• Frequency remains constant

• Frequency decreases

• Frequency is not related to wavelength

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Which type of wave consists of compressions and rarefactions?

• Transverse wave

• Longitudinal wave

• Electromagnetic wave

• Surface wave

What is the medium necessary for sound to travel?

• Vacuum

• Solid, liquid, or gas

• Light

• Electromagnetic fields

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Which part of the electromagnetic spectrum has the shortest wavelength and the highest frequency?

• Radio waves

• Infrared

• Visible light

• Gamma rays

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What is demonstrated by the Doppler Effect in relation to wave properties?

• As amplitude increases, frequency decreases

• As frequency increases, pitch becomes higher

• As wavelength increases, speed increases

• As amplitude decreases, speed decreases

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What is the purpose of constructing and interpreting data tables in scientific investigations according to the Science & Engineering Practices?

• To determine the credibility, accuracy, and possible bias of information

• To show independent and dependent variables, repeated trials, and means

• To generate and compare multiple solutions to problems

• To evaluate the limitations of models

What is emphasized as a critical component when constructing scientific explanations?

• Using appropriate tools and technologies

• Basing explanations on valid and reliable evidence

• Identifying variables, constants, and controls

• Applying scientific ideas to design technologies

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