1
Q
what is the equation to calculate wave speed?
A
Frequency x wavelength
2
Q
What are the main 3 radiation types?
A
Alpha, Beta, Gamma
3
Q
Transverse waves:
A
Have perpendicular vibrations to the directional travel.
4
Q
Longitudinal waves:
A
Have parallel vibration to the directional travel.
5
Q
What are negative sub-atomic particles?
A
Electrons
6
Q
Frequency is the…
A
Number of waves per second
7
Q
What is the time period?
A
Time is taken for one oscillation to pass
8
Q
What is gamma radiation?
A
An electromagnetic wave
9
Q
What does an Alpha particle make up of?
A
helium nucleus (two protons & two neutrons)
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