waves - reflection of waves Flashcards
1
Q
what are the three things that can happen when a wave hits a different type of material?
A
it can transmit, absorb or reflect
2
Q
what happens when a move is transmitted?
A
It can go through the material with no change. However in some cases, waves can change direction when they pass from one material to another (refraction)
3
Q
what happens when wave is absorbed?
A
it won’t pass through the material with no
4
Q
what happens when a wave is reflected?
A
doesn’t pass through or absorbed. reflects in different direction
5
Q
angle of reflection =
A
angle of incidence
