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In physics, gravitational waves are ripples in the curvature of space time that propagate as a wave, travelling outward from the source.

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What does vibration have to do with waves?

Vibration is the source of waves. When an object vibrates, it creates disturbances in a medium, like air or water, that propagate as waves. The frequency of the vibration determines the frequency of the resulting wave.


What two waves do not require a medium?

The two waves which do not require a medium are electromagnetic waves, also known as light and gravitational waves. Gravity waves have not been detected yet but are predicted by general relativity so are expected to exist.


What general property of waves is echolocation based on?

Echolocation is based on the property of waves called "reflection," where waves bounce off objects and return to the source. In echolocation, sound waves are emitted and when they hit an object, the waves reflect back to the sender. By interpreting the time it takes for the sound waves to return and their intensity, the sender can locate and identify objects.


How can you classify energy based on its waves?

Energy waves can be classified based on their frequency or wavelength. Low frequency waves, such as radio waves and microwaves, have less energy, while high frequency waves, such as gamma rays and X-rays, have more energy. In general, the higher the frequency of the wave, the more energy it carries.


Does the energy of the waves become smaller or larger as the spectrum moves?

In general, as we move from high-frequency waves (gamma rays, X-rays) to low-frequency waves (radio waves), the energy of the waves becomes smaller. This is because the energy of a wave is directly proportional to its frequency according to Planck's law E=hf.

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