Topic 4 - Waves - Transmission Flashcards

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What is the definition of transmission in physics?

A

The process of waves passing through a transparent material and still emerging

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True or False: The more transparent a material, the less light will pass through it.

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False

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What happens to waves when they pass through a transparent material?

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They will pass through the material

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Fill in the blank: Transmission occurs when waves pass through a _______ material.

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[transparent]

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What is the relationship between transparency and light in materials?

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The more transparent, the more light will pass through the material

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Can waves refract when they are transmitted through a material?

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Yes, they can still refract

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