RETAKE Unit 4 Properties of Waves - Jaclyn Pessel | Biblioteka

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As the frequency of a wave decreases, the energy of that wave:

decreases.

stays the same.

increases.

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If the amplitude of a wave increases, the energy of that wave:

decreases.

increases.

stays the same.

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In a longitudinal wave the particles move ______________________ to the direction of the wave.

Parallel (in the same direction)

Perpendicular (across the wave's direction)

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In a transverse wave the particles move ______________________ to the direction of the wave.

Parallel (in the same direction)

Perpendicular (opposite)

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On the wave diagram, A is the...

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On the wave diagram, B is the...

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On the wave diagram, C is the...

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On the wave diagram, D is the...

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How does frequency seem to affect wavelength?

Higher frequency seems to make wavelength longer

Higher frequency seems to make wavelength shorter

Frequency does not seem to affect the wavelength

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What is a wave?

A disturbance that carries energy through matter or empty space.

A type of particle found in the ocean.

A measurement of temperature.

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Which of the following types of electromagnetic radiation has the lowest frequency?

A. Gamma rays

B. Visible light

C. Microwaves

D. Ultraviolet

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Which of the following types of electromagnetic radiation transfers the most energy?

A. X-rays

B. Ultraviolet

C. Infrared

D. Radio waves

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Which of the following types of electromagnetic radiation has the highest wavelength?

A. Gamma rays

B. Radio waves

C. Visible light

D. Infrared

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Electromagnetic waves require a medium to travel.

Tačno

Netačno

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Which segment of the electromagnetic spectrum is visible to humans?

Ultraviolet light

X-rays

Infrared radiation

Visible light

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What type of electromagnetic wave is used in killing cancer cells?

Microwaves

Visible light

Gamma rays

Infrared radiation

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What is the primary use of radio waves?

Heating food

Communication signals

Viewing colors

Medical imaging