Waves Flashcards
1
Q
What are waves?
A
Waves are vibrations which transfer energy to different places without transferring physical matter.
2
Q
What is the name of substances that waves may have to travel through?
A
They are called mediums and can be solid, liquid or gas.
3
Q
Can waves be reflected, and if so, what type?
A
Yes, both light and sound waves can be reflected.
4
Q
What types of waves are light waves?
A
Light waves are transverse waves.
5
Q
What types of waves are sound waves?
A
Sound waves are longitudinal waves.
6
Q
Which type of wave travels faster-light of sound?
A
Light waves travel faster.
7
Q
Can sound waves travel through a vacuum?
A
No, they can’t.
8
Q
Can light waves travel through a vacuum?
A
Yes, they can.
