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6.8C transverse and longitudinal waves.

Quiz by Gregorio Martinez

Grade 6
Science (2021)
Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS)

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  • Q1
    Which of the following statements correctly describes how energy is transferred through longitudinal waves?
    Energy is transferred in a circular motion along the wave.
    Energy is transferred through compressions and rarefactions in the wave.
    Energy is transferred only through the motion of the wave's peaks.
    Energy is always transferred in the same direction as the wave travels.
    30s
  • Q2
    In which type of wave do the particles move perpendicular to the direction of wave travel?
    Surface waves
    Mechanical waves
    Longitudinal waves
    Transverse waves
    30s
  • Q3
    How does energy transfer differ between transverse and longitudinal waves?
    Transverse waves do not transfer energy.
    Energy transfer is the same in both types of waves.
    In longitudinal waves, energy moves in a circular path.
    In transverse waves, energy moves perpendicular to particle movement; in longitudinal waves, it moves parallel.
    30s
  • Q4
    In a longitudinal wave, what are the regions called where particles are spread apart?
    Rarefactions
    Crests
    Nodes
    Compressions
    30s
  • Q5

    Match the term to definition

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    Linking
    30s
  • Q6

    What is the lowest part of a transverse wave called?

    Rarefaction

    Compression

    Trough

    Crest

    30s
  • Q7

    The energy in _______________________________vibrates particles in an up-and-down motion, causing a disturbance.

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    30s
  • Q8

    How is energy transferred through longitudinal waves?

    Particles move perpendicular to the wave motion.

    Particles move parallel to the wave motion.

    Particles move side to side, away from the starting point.

    Particles must be transmitted through a vacuum.

    30s

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