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Introduction to Waves

Question 6 • (OC27) Earth/Space Sci-2001310-S2-Nelson

Natalia is studying a wave produced in her magnetics lab. This wave can move through the empty space in a vacuum and carries a lot of energy.What wave is Natalia most likely studying?

Answer
A
a sound wave
B
an ocean wave
C
a gamma ray
D
an earthquake shock wave

Explanation

A wave that travels through empty space must be an electromagnetic wave, since it does not need a material medium. Gamma rays are electromagnetic waves and carry very high energy. Sound, ocean, and earthquake waves require matter to travel through.

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