P12.1 The nature of waves Flashcards
1
Q
What are the different types of waves?
A
Sound waves
Water waves
Waves on springs
Seismic waves
2
Q
What are the 2 types of waves?
A
Transverse
Longitudinal
3
Q
What is a transverse waves?
A
The oscillations of a transverse wave are perpendicular to the direction in which the waves transfer energy
4
Q
Which type of waves are electromagnetic waves?
A
Transverse waves
5
Q
What are oscillations?
A
The motion of the waves - vibrations
6
Q
What is a longitudinal wave?
A
The oscillations of a longitudinal wave are parallel to the direction in which the waves transfer energy
7
Q
What can waves be used for?
A
To transfer energy and information
