Features Of Wave Flashcards
Which ° does a transverse wave have angels of to the direction of travel
90°
What type of vibrations does a longitudinal wave have
Parallel waves to the direction of travel
What’s a geosynchronous wave
Returns to the same point once every 24 hours
What’s a geostationary wave
Stays above the same point at all tomes
What does a low optical speed have
Higher speed
Longer wavelength
What does a high optical density have
Shorter
Wavelength
Slower
Name the electromagnetic spectrum in order
Radio waves Microwaves Infrared waves Visible light rays Ultra Violet rays X rays Gamma rays
What type of danger does microwaves have
Low danger/heating water molecules in cells
What do radio waves used for
Used for radios and televisions
Name some uses for microwaves
Satellite
Television
Mobile phones
Cooking food
What are the dangers of infrared
Heat/burns
What can visible light rays do as a danger
Can damage retina
What is visible light rays usd for
Only part that can be seen with the naked eye
What can infrared waves be used for
Optical fibres
Remote controls
Heat treatment