Understanding Waves and Energy Transfer

What do waves transfer from one point to another?

• Light

• Sound

• Energy

• Matter

In transverse waves, the oscillation is at what angle to the direction of energy transfer?

• 0 degrees

• 45 degrees

• 90 degrees

• 180 degrees

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

• Seismic waves

• Waves on the surface of the sea

• Radio waves

• Sound waves

In longitudinal waves, the oscillation is parallel to which direction?

• The direction of wave frequency

• The direction of wave height

• The direction of wave speed

• The direction of energy transfer

What happens to a boat when waves pass by?

• It stays still

• It moves up and down

• It sinks

• It moves forward

What type of wave is a sound wave classified as?

• Surface wave

• Longitudinal wave

• Electromagnetic wave

• Transverse wave

What is the main reason a boat does not travel forward with the wave?

• The boat is too heavy

• The water particles do not move along with the wave

• The waves are too small

• The boat is anchored

Which of the following describes the movement of water particles in transverse waves?

• They do not move at all

• They move in a circular motion

• They move vertically

• They move horizontally

What is the key concept of wave energy transfer?

• Matter moves with the wave

• Waves can only travel in water

• Energy is transferred without material movement

• Waves are always visible

What type of wave involves particles compressing and expanding?

• Transverse wave

• Longitudinal wave

• Surface wave

• Standing wave