Science 3 Quiz

What is the top of a wave called?

• Crest

• Trough

• Wavelength

What type of waves can move through all types of matter and even through empty space?

• Waves that move up and down

• Waves that move side to side

• Sound waves

How does a buoy move when waves pass by?

• Forward

• Side to side

• Up and down

Which waves move at the same speed as sunlight?

• Ocean waves

• Sound waves

• Signals from satellites

What is the bottom of a wave called?

• Crest

• Trough

• Wavelength

Waves transfer energy in the direction they travel.

Sound waves can only travel through matter.

Seismic waves are responsible for most earthquake damage.

The amplitude of a wave is related to its energy.

Waves with greater amplitudes have less energy.