Gr 10 Physical Sciences Ch 6: Amplitude
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What is the amplitude of a wave?

  • The speed of the wave
  • The distance between two consecutive crests
  • The maximum disturbance or displacement of the medium from its equilibrium position (correct)
  • The frequency of the wave

How is the amplitude of a wave measured?

  • By measuring the frequency of the wave
  • By measuring the distance between two consecutive crests
  • By measuring the speed of the wave
  • By measuring the distance between the equilibrium position and each crest or trough (correct)

What is represented by the symbol A in wave mechanics?

  • Speed of the wave
  • Amplitude of the wave (correct)
  • Wavelength of the wave
  • Frequency of the wave

What does a higher amplitude correspond to?

<p>A wave with more energy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the equilibrium position in wave mechanics?

<p>The position the medium would be in if there were no wave disturbance (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the unit of measurement for amplitude in the International System of Units (SI)?

<p>Metres (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is observed when measuring the distance from the equilibrium position to each crest and trough?

<p>The distances are consistent for each crest and trough (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the distance from the equilibrium position to a crest and the distance from the equilibrium position to a trough?

<p>The distances are equal (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the amplitude of a wave measure?

<p>The maximum disturbance or displacement of the medium from its equilibrium position (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is amplitude an important concept in wave mechanics?

<p>It measures the energy carried by the wave (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of identifying the equilibrium position when measuring amplitude?

<p>To find the reference point for measuring amplitude (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of consistent distances between the equilibrium position and each crest?

<p>It demonstrates the amplitude of the wave (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to measure the distance from the equilibrium position to both crests and troughs?

<p>To ensure accurate measurement of amplitude (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of measuring amplitude in both upward and downward directions?

<p>It allows for a more comprehensive understanding of wave energy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between amplitude and the energy carried by a wave?

<p>Amplitude is directly proportional to wave energy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of measuring amplitude in wave mechanics?

<p>To understand the energy carried by the wave (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of a wave with high amplitude?

<p>It carries more energy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following steps is NOT necessary to measure amplitude?

<p>Determine the wavelength of the wave (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of equal distances between the equilibrium position and each crest?

<p>It demonstrates the wave's amplitude (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is amplitude measured in both upward and downward directions?

<p>To measure the maximum displacement in both directions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of measuring amplitude in wave mechanics?

<p>To understand the wave's properties and behavior (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the distance from the equilibrium position to a crest and the distance from the equilibrium position to a trough?

<p>They are always equal (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of measuring amplitude?

<p>It helps us understand the wave's energy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is amplitude a critical concept in wave mechanics?

<p>It is a measure of the wave's energy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason why amplitude is a critical measure of wave energy?

<p>It provides a direct measure of the energy carried by a wave (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it necessary to identify the equilibrium position when measuring amplitude?

<p>To establish a reference point for measuring amplitude (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of measuring amplitude in both upward and downward directions?

<p>It ensures that the amplitude is a true measure of maximum displacement (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do waves with higher amplitudes have more energy?

<p>Because they have a greater maximum displacement (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the amplitude of a wave and its energy?

<p>The amplitude of a wave is directly proportional to its energy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of a wave with a low amplitude?

<p>It has a low energy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is amplitude a fundamental concept in wave mechanics?

<p>It is a measure of wave energy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of consistent distances between the equilibrium position and each crest?

<p>It indicates that the wave has a constant amplitude (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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