Waves Flashcards
1
Q
What is a progressive wave?
A
A wave that carries energy from another place to another without transferring any material.
2
Q
What are 3 ways you can tell waves carry energy?
A
- EM waves cause things to heat up.
- X-rays and gamma rays knock electrons out of their orbits, causing ionisation.
- Wave power can be used to generate electricity.
3
Q
What is a period?
A
One complete vibration of a wave.
4
Q
What is displacement?
A
How far a point has moved from its undisturbed position.
