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21

The distance a wave travels in one unit of time is called its:

A

Amplitude

 

B

Wavelength

 

C

Frequency

 

D

Speed

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22

The formula for calculating the speed of a wave is:

A

Speed = Frequency × Wavelength

 

B

Speed = Wavelength × Period

 

C

Speed = Amplitude × Frequency

 

D

Speed = Amplitude × Period

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23

Define wavelength, period, and speed of a wave.

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24

Discuss the significance of wavelength, period, and speed in understanding and analysing different types of waves.

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25

When a sound wave encounters a smooth, hard surface, what typically happens?

A

Reflection

 

 

B

Refraction

 

C

Diffraction

 

D

Absorption

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26

What happens to the direction of a sound wave when it passes from one medium to another with different properties, such as from air to water?

A

Reflection

 

B

Refraction

 

 

C

Diffraction

 

D

Absorption

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27

Which of the following best describes the bending of sound waves around obstacles or through openings?

A

Reflection

 

B

Refraction

 

C

Diffraction

 

D

Absorption

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28

Which property of sound waves is responsible for the phenomenon of echo?

A

Reflection

 

B

Refraction

 

C

Diffraction

 

 

D

Absorption

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29

Which of the following materials is known to absorb sound waves rather than reflect them?

A

Glass

 

B

Metal

 

C

Foam

 

D

Water

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30

Explain the process of reflection of sound waves. Include an example and discuss the factors that affect the intensity of the reflected sound.

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