Lenses
A magnifying glass is an example of which type of lens
convex
solids, because the particles are closer together
This occurs when waves bend around an object and through an opening
diffraction
The distance from peak to peak
What is wavelength?
A type of wave that can travel without a medium
Electromagnetic
This type of lens makes virtual AND real images
convex
Why does a green frog look green? Explain in a complete sentence.
it reflects green light
This occurs when a wave bounces back
The lowest point of a transverse wave
What is the trough?
A transverse wave move _____ ___ _____ as it moves forward
up and down
This type of lens makes only virtual images
concave
On the EM spectrum, which type of wave has the highest energy? and which one has the lowest energy?
gamma and radio
When a wave bends due to a change in medium
refraction
The measurement of a wave from the resting line to the crest.
Amplitude
EM waves are an example of this type of wave
What is a transverse wave?
Draw a convex wave with the light rays going through it.
vary
What's the vocabulary word for when light is able to travel through?
transmitted
Every wave, regardless of type or medium, transfers this
What is energy?
The number of wavelengths that pass a given point per second.
What is frequency?
In this type of wave particles move back and forth...
What is a longitudinal wave?
Draw a concave wave with the light rays going through it.
drawings will vary
Can EM waves travel through space? How do you know? answer in a complete sentence.
yes, doesn't need a medium
An ________ is an example of sound being reflected.
echo
Areas in a longitudinal wave where the particles are close together
compression
This type of wave requires a medium
mechanical