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The image below illustrates two waves.
Which statement accurately characterizes the waves depicted in the image?
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Responses
Wave 1 and Wave 2 exhibit identical amplitudes, yet Wave 2 contains more energy as a result of its higher frequency.
Wave 1 and Wave 2 exhibit identical amplitudes, yet Wave 2 contains more energy as a result of its higher frequency.
Wave 1 and Wave 2 share identical amplitudes, but Wave 1 has increased energy as a result of its higher frequency.
Wave 1 and Wave 2 share identical amplitudes, but Wave 1 has increased energy as a result of its higher frequency.
Wave 1 and Wave 2 share the same frequency, yet Wave 1 possesses greater energy due to its reduced amplitude.
Wave 1 and Wave 2 share the same frequency, yet Wave 1 possesses greater energy due to its reduced amplitude.
Wave 1 and Wave 2 share the same frequency, but Wave 2 possesses more energy due to its higher amplitude.
Wave 1 and Wave 2 share the same frequency, but Wave 2 possesses more energy due to its higher amplitude.
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Which statement accurately characterizes the waves depicted in the image?
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Responses
Wave 1 and Wave 2 exhibit identical amplitudes, yet Wave 2 contains more energy as a result of its higher frequency.
Wave 1 and Wave 2 exhibit identical amplitudes, yet Wave 2 contains more energy as a result of its higher frequency.
Wave 1 and Wave 2 share identical amplitudes, but Wave 1 has increased energy as a result of its higher frequency.
Wave 1 and Wave 2 share identical amplitudes, but Wave 1 has increased energy as a result of its higher frequency.
Wave 1 and Wave 2 share the same frequency, yet Wave 1 possesses greater energy due to its reduced amplitude.
Wave 1 and Wave 2 share the same frequency, yet Wave 1 possesses greater energy due to its reduced amplitude.
Wave 1 and Wave 2 share the same frequency, but Wave 2 possesses more energy due to its higher amplitude.
Wave 1 and Wave 2 share the same frequency, but Wave 2 possesses more energy due to its higher amplitude.
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To accurately characterize the waves depicted in the image, we need to consider the relationship between amplitude, frequency, and energy in waves.
1. Energy in a wave is generally proportional to the square of its amplitude. So, a wave with a higher amplitude carries more energy.
2. Energy is also related to frequency; higher frequency waves typically carry more energy than lower frequency waves, assuming amplitude remains the same.
Since the statements provided suggest comparisons of amplitude and frequency, you would typically select the statement that aligns with these principles.
Without seeing the actual image, if we assume:
- If Wave 1 and Wave 2 have identical amplitudes, then the energy difference would stem from their frequency.
- If Wave 1 has a higher frequency than Wave 2, Wave 1 carries more energy.
- Conversely, if Wave 2 has a higher frequency than Wave 1, Wave 2 carries more energy.
Among the options presented, the following would be correct based on those principles:
- If both waves have identical amplitudes but Wave 2 has a higher frequency: "Wave 1 and Wave 2 exhibit identical amplitudes, yet Wave 2 contains more energy as a result of its higher frequency."
- If Wave 1 has a higher frequency: "Wave 1 and Wave 2 exhibit identical amplitudes, but Wave 1 has increased energy as a result of its higher frequency."
Given that the first two statements relate directly to differing frequencies with the same amplitude, you would choose the statement that matches the visual characteristics of the waves as described.
If you need help determining which statement to choose based on a specific observation of the waves, please provide further details about their frequencies and amplitudes.
1. Energy in a wave is generally proportional to the square of its amplitude. So, a wave with a higher amplitude carries more energy.
2. Energy is also related to frequency; higher frequency waves typically carry more energy than lower frequency waves, assuming amplitude remains the same.
Since the statements provided suggest comparisons of amplitude and frequency, you would typically select the statement that aligns with these principles.
Without seeing the actual image, if we assume:
- If Wave 1 and Wave 2 have identical amplitudes, then the energy difference would stem from their frequency.
- If Wave 1 has a higher frequency than Wave 2, Wave 1 carries more energy.
- Conversely, if Wave 2 has a higher frequency than Wave 1, Wave 2 carries more energy.
Among the options presented, the following would be correct based on those principles:
- If both waves have identical amplitudes but Wave 2 has a higher frequency: "Wave 1 and Wave 2 exhibit identical amplitudes, yet Wave 2 contains more energy as a result of its higher frequency."
- If Wave 1 has a higher frequency: "Wave 1 and Wave 2 exhibit identical amplitudes, but Wave 1 has increased energy as a result of its higher frequency."
Given that the first two statements relate directly to differing frequencies with the same amplitude, you would choose the statement that matches the visual characteristics of the waves as described.
If you need help determining which statement to choose based on a specific observation of the waves, please provide further details about their frequencies and amplitudes.