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Wave Characteristics Quick Check
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Question
How does an increase in amplitude affect sound and light waves?(1 point)
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higher-pitched sound and longer wavelengths for light
higher-pitched sound and longer wavelengths for light

louder sound and brighter light
louder sound and brighter light

higher-pitched sound and brighter light
higher-pitched sound and brighter light

louder sound and longer wavelengths for light

1 answer

The correct response is:

louder sound and brighter light

An increase in amplitude means that sound waves will sound louder, and for light waves, it results in brighter light.