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Wave phenomena quiz
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Question 1
1.
What is added together when two waves superimpose?
wavelengths
amplitudes
velocities
frequencies
Question 2
2.
When light reflects from a surface, there is a change in its .....
frequency
speed
wavelength
all of these
none of these
Question 3
3.
The phenomenon when a wave changes speed as it enters a new medium is called _______________ and this produces a change in _______________
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refraction
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frequency
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period
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interference
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diffraction
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wavelength
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reflection
Question 4
4.
A wave is diffracted as it passes through an opening in a barrier.
The amount of diffraction that the wave undergoes depends on both the ....
Amplitude and frequency of the incident wave
Wavelength and speed of the incident wave
Wavelength of the incident wave and the size of the opening
Amplitude of the incident wave and the size of the opening
Question 5
5.
The diagram shows a ray of light entering a block of glass.
Which numbered angles are the angles of incidence and of refraction?
The angle of incidence is ______
The angle of refraction is ______
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Question 6
6.
A man sees a stone at the bottom of a pool of water.
Which path could be taken by light from the stone to the man?
A
B
C
D
Question 7
7.
In this animation what kind of interference is shown?
Destructive
Constructive
Refraction
Reflection
Question 8
8.
The angle of incidence is equal to the angle of refraction
True
False