10 Questions
What is the result when coherent waves with different frequencies meet crest to trough?
Destructive interference
What is the factor that affects the loudness of a sound wave?
Amplitude 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?
Doppler effect
What is the result of doubling the sound intensity?
An increase of 3 dB in sound intensity level
What is the direction of vibration in relation to the propagation of a transverse wave?
Perpendicular to the propagation of the wave
What type of wave requires a medium to travel through?
Mechanical waves
What is the unit of measurement for the wavelength of a wave?
Metre (m)
What is the term for the highest point on a transverse wave?
Crest
What is the formula to calculate the velocity of a wave?
c = λ × f
Which wave phenomenon involves a wave bouncing off an object in its path?
Reflection
Learn about the characteristics of waves, including transverse and longitudinal waves, as well as mechanical waves. Explore examples such as electromagnetic, sound, and water waves.
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