Electromagnetic vs. Mechanical Waves Review

Which of these is the best way to produce a longitudinal wave?

What kind of wave is this?

What kind of wave is this?

A sound wave moving through the air is what kind of wave?

Which direction does a transverse wave travel?

A wave that requires a medium to move through is called a

A wave that does NOT require a medium (can move through empty space) is a

A wave in which the particles of the medium move up and down in relation to the wave is called a

A wave in which the particles of the medium move back and forth along the path of the wave is called a

Light waves are characterized as

Sound waves are characterized as

                                   waves can travel through the vacuum of space, while                             waves can only travel through mediums.

A sound wave is an example of what type of wave?

Select ALL of the following that mechanical waves can travel through.

A microwave is an example of what type of wave?

How does the Energy from the sun reaches the earth?

Which statements correctly describe electromagnetic or mechanical waves? Select all that apply.

When a mechanical wave travels through a medium,

What is the difference between an electromagnetic wave and a mechanical wave?

A stretched spring attached to two fixed points is compressed on one end and released, as shown in the picture. The resulting wave travels back and forth between the two fixed ends of the spring until it comes to a stop.  This mechanical wave is an example of a