Waves MCQ 1
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What is the result when coherent waves with different frequencies meet crest to trough?

  • Constructive interference
  • Diffraction
  • Resonance
  • Destructive interference (correct)
  • What is the factor that affects the loudness of a sound wave?

  • Speed of the wave
  • Frequency of the wave
  • Amplitude of the wave (correct)
  • Wavelength of the wave
  • What is the phenomenon that occurs when the frequency of a wave appears to change due to the relative motion between the wave source and observer?

  • Refraction
  • Diffraction
  • Interference
  • Doppler effect (correct)
  • What is the result of doubling the sound intensity?

    <p>An increase of 3 dB in sound intensity level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the direction of vibration in relation to the propagation of a transverse wave?

    <p>Perpendicular to the propagation of the wave</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of wave requires a medium to travel through?

    <p>Mechanical waves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the unit of measurement for the wavelength of a wave?

    <p>Metre (m)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the highest point on a transverse wave?

    <p>Crest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula to calculate the velocity of a wave?

    <p>c = λ × f</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which wave phenomenon involves a wave bouncing off an object in its path?

    <p>Reflection</p> Signup and view all the answers

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