0
Light waves originate from vibrating electrons.
Wiki User
∙ 14y ago
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
Light waves are classified as what waves?
Optical light waves are "Electromagnetic" waves. The colour seen is dependent on the wavelength of the light. Electromagnetic waves are transverse waves where the oscillation is 90 degrees to the direction of travel (unlike sound waves which are longitudinal).
Which waves can be separated into different wavelengths of colored light?
visible light waves
Why do electromagnetic waves travel at the speed of light?
Radio-waves, like light, are electromagnetic waves and hence travel at the speed of light.
Light and sound waves have many similar properties however light waves are what while sound waves are what?
Light waves are eletromagnetic waves and sound waves are mechanical waves. Additionally, a light wave is a transverse wave that does not require a medium through which to travel. Sound waves, on the other hand, are longitudinal waves where the source transfers the mechanical energy of the sound wave into the medium so it can travel.
Are light waves rotating waves?
Light waves can be expressed mathematically as either oscillating waves, rotating waves, pulsating waves or transient waves. It is up to the scientist to come up with a working model for the physical phenomena.
These waves are slower than those that originate at the focus.?
These waves are slower than those that originate at the focus.
What waves are slower than those that originate at the focus?
The waves that are slower that those that originate at the focus are called secondary waves or S-waves. They are shear waves that are transverse in nature.
Where do sound waves originate?
All sound waves originate from a source that causes the vibration of air particles.
The intensity of light waves is a measure of what?
The intensity of light waves is a measure of the energy that is carried by the waves. Light waves are electromagnetic waves.
Where do tidal waves originate where do they end?
Tidal waves originate deep within the ocean and end once they reach the coast. They are typically caused by large earthquakes which send shock waves outward from the epicenter.
How are light waves created?
light is not composed of waves .it is a form of energy . i think the waves in light are not created because there is no reason for the creation of waves in light
How are ultraviolet waves different from light waves?
Ultraviolet waves are smaller than light waves.
How do light waves differ from seismic waves?
light waves are transversal, seismic waves are longitudinal.
Are sound waves stronger than light waves?
No because light waves are stronger and brighter and sound waves are light and dull
Do all light waves emit radiation?
Light waves do not emit radiation, light waves are radiation.
How do sound waves travel compared to light waves?
light waves fast
Which travels at a greater speed light waves or sound waves?
Light Waves.
