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Two types of mechanical waves

Transverse

Longitudinal

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Transverse Waves

Particles move perpendicular to the wave’s motion

Ex: Light waves, ripples in pool

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Longitudinal waves

Particles move parallel to the wave’s motion

Ex: Sound waves, Earthquake waves

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Reflection

Light bounces off of a medium

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The Law of Reflection

Angle of Incidence = Angle of Reflection

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Clear Reflection

Smooth, Shiny surfaces have clear reflection

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Diffuse Reflection

Rough, dull surfaces have a diffuse reflection. This is when light is scattered in different directions.

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Refraction

Light is transmitted across a medium

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Diffraction

The spreading out of waves as they pass through a gap or around an edge.

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Electromagnetic Spectrum

Seven types of waves that all travel at the speed of light in a vacuum (3.0 ×108 m/s).

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Electromagnetic waves

Order (Low to High Frequency): Radio, Microwave, Infrared, Visible, UV, X-ray, Gamma