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In which type of waves does the medium oscillate perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation?
A wave does not result in the flow of the material of its medium. Is this statement true or false?
What type of wave requires a source of disturbance to produce it?
In which type of wave do both parallel and same-direction oscillations occur in the medium?
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A wave cannot carry energy from one place to another. Is this statement true or false?
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Study Notes
Wave Definition
- A wave is a disturbance that travels outward from its source in a medium.
- A wave is a pattern that moves along the medium.
Wave Characteristics
- Waves can be classified into two main types: Mechanical waves and Electromagnetic waves.
- Mechanical waves require a physical medium to propagate, whereas Electromagnetic waves do not.
- Sound waves are Mechanical waves, and Light waves are Electromagnetic waves.
Mechanical Waves
- Mechanical waves need a medium to propagate.
- Examples of Mechanical waves include Water waves and Sound waves.
Electromagnetic Waves
- Electromagnetic waves can travel in a vacuum.
- Examples of Electromagnetic waves include Radio waves and X-rays.
Longitudinal Waves
- In Longitudinal waves, the medium oscillates parallel to the direction in which the wave propagates.
Wave Propagation
- Waves propagate in a medium in space and time.
- The frequency, period, and speed of a wave are related to each other.
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Test your knowledge of wave properties with this quiz. Identify key concepts and definitions related to waves, including disturbance propagation, wave patterns, and wave mediums.
