Vibrations and Waves: Waves in Action

Vibrations and Waves: Waves in Action

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Interactive Video

Science, Physics

10th - 12th Grade

Hard

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The video tutorial explores different types of waves, including sound, light, microwaves, radio, and seismic waves. It explains how sound is produced by vibrating objects and detected by our ears, while light waves are visible as colors. Microwaves are used in cooking, and radio waves are transmitted by towers to radios. Seismic waves, generated by movements inside the Earth, can cause earthquakes and significant damage.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary way sound waves are detected by humans?

By seeing them

By feeling them

By tasting them

By hearing them

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do light waves differ from each other?

By their weight

By their speed

By their color

By their size

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of waves are used in microwave ovens to heat food?

Seismic waves

Microwaves

Light waves

Sound waves

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the function of radio waves?

To produce light

To cause earthquakes

To transmit signals

To cook food

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What natural phenomenon is caused by seismic waves?

Rain

Earthquakes

Thunder

Wind