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A wave transports energy but not matter.
True
Sound waves are examples of longitudinal waves.
True
Light waves are examples of transverse waves.
True
As the frequency of a sound wave increases, the wavelength of the sound wave decreases.
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As the period of a wave increases, the frequency increases.
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The speed of sound at high altitudes, where the air is less dense, is greater than at low altitudes.
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Sound waves travel faster through air than through solids.
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According to the Doppler effect, light from a star moving away from Earth will have a higher frequency than light from a star moving toward Earth.
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When two waves are in the same place at the same time, they combine to produce a single wave.
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When light passes from air to glass, the light may change direction due to refraction.
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Sound waves require a?
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Water waves transport?
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Water waves are __________ _____.
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The wavelength of the wave in the diagram is?
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The amplitude of the wave in the diagram is?
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A wave has a period of 0.25 seconds. The frequency of this wave is?
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What is the period of the wave if a man standing on the shore observes that every 5 seconds a wave breaks on him?
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How loud a sound is closely related to?
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The intensity of a sound describes?
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The pitch of a sound is most closely related to the?
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Resonance refers to an effect in which the?
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What is characteristic of both sound waves and electromagnetic waves?
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When the air is removed from a chamber with a ringing bell, why can the bell be seen vibrating but not be heard?
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While sitting in a boat, a fisherman observes that two complete waves pass by his position every four seconds. What is the period of these waves?
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A periodic wave is produced by a vibrating tuning fork. The amplitude would be greater if the tuning fork were?
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The wavelength of this wave is equal to the distance between points
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Study Notes
Wave Fundamentals
- Waves transport energy without carrying matter.
- Sound waves are categorized as longitudinal waves, whereas light waves are classified as transverse waves.
Frequency and Wavelength Relationship
- An increase in sound wave frequency results in a decrease in wavelength.
- As the period of a wave increases, the frequency decreases.
Speed of Sound
- The speed of sound is less in high altitudes with lower air density compared to lower altitudes.
- Sound travels slower through air than through solids.
Doppler Effect
- Light from a star moving away from Earth has a lower frequency than light from a star moving towards Earth.
Wave Interaction
- When two waves overlap, they combine to produce a single wave.
Refraction
- Light changes direction when passing from air to glass due to refraction.
Medium Requirement
- Sound waves require a medium for propagation.
Water Waves
- Water waves transport energy, not water.
- Water waves include both transverse and longitudinal characteristics.
Wave Measurements
- Wavelength is determined by dividing the total length of waves by the number of wavelengths. Example: 6 meters total length with 4 wavelengths gives a wavelength of 1.5 meters.
- The amplitude is calculated as half the height of the wave: a 2-meter wave with 4 wavelengths results in an amplitude of 0.5 meters.
Frequency and Period Calculations
- A wave with a period of 0.25 seconds has a frequency of 4 hertz.
- If a wave breaks on a person every 5 seconds, its period is 5 seconds.
- Two complete waves passing by a position every four seconds indicate a wave period of 2 seconds.
Sound Characteristics
- Sound loudness is related to the amplitude of the sound waves.
- Sound intensity depends on the distance from the source and the medium through which it travels.
- The pitch of sound correlates with the frequency of vibrations.
Resonance and Wave Behavior
- Resonance occurs when the vibration of one object causes another to vibrate at its natural frequency.
Common Characteristics
- Both sound waves and electromagnetic waves are capable of transferring energy.
Sound in a Vacuum
- A ringing bell can be observed vibrating without sound in a vacuum because light waves travel through a vacuum, while sound waves cannot.
Amplitude and Frequency
- The amplitude of a wave will increase if the tuning fork producing it has a higher frequency.
Distinguishing Wave Types
- Wavelength is defined as the distance between corresponding points in successive waves, highlighting the measurement aspect of wave properties.
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Explore the fundamental concepts of waves, including sound and light waves. Learn about the relationships between frequency, wavelength, and the speed of sound, as well as the effects of refraction and the Doppler effect. This quiz covers key characteristics and interactions of different types of waves.
