Wave Medium

Which is the correct equation for calculating the speed of a wave?

• T = 1/f

• Speed= Wavelength x Period

• Speed = Wavelength/Frequency

• Speed= Wavelength x Frequency

What do all waves transfer?

• Light

• Sound

• Heat

• Energy

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Frequency is measured in

• Newtons

• Joules

• Hertz

• Decibels

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What type of wave is this?

• Longitudinal

• Transverse

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What type of wave is this?

• Longitudinal

• Transverse

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Which 2 types of waves require a medium to travel?

• Electromagnetic

• Mechanical

• Light

• Sound

What types of waves can travel through empty space AND mediums?

• Longitudinal

• Mechanical

• Electromagnetic

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Which of the following is a mechanical wave?

• X-ray

• Infrared

• Radio waves

• Sound

What medium do sound waves travel fastest through?

• Solids

• Liquids

• Gases

As wavelength decreases, the crests of the wave:

• become wider

• become shorter

• get closer together

• get farther apart

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