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Lesson 8.1 Properties of Waves

Question 14 • (OC27) Earth/Space Sci-2001310-S2-Nelson

Which are examples of a medium?

Answer
A
water and air
B
amplitude and wavelength
C
crests and troughs
D
compressions and rarefactions

Explanation

A medium is the material through which a wave travels. Water and air are materials that can carry waves, so they are examples of media. Amplitude and wavelength describe wave properties, while crests, troughs, compressions, and rarefactions describe parts or patterns of waves.

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