Chapter 3: Sound Flashcards
1
Q
produced by vibrations. It requires a medium to be transmitted, an example of a longitudinal wave
A
Sound
2
Q
the part of wave where molecules are compressed
A
Compression
3
Q
the part of wave where molecules are spread out
A
Rarefaction
4
Q
any form of disturbance that carries energy from one place to another
A
Wave
5
Q
requires a medium for transmission
A
Mechanical wave
6
Q
don’t require any medium for transmission
A
Electromagnetic wave
7
Q
perpendicular to the direction
A
Transverse
8
Q
parallel to the direction
A
Longitudinal
9
Q
travel in circular motion
A
Surface
