Waves and Information · Physical Science

Properties of Waves

Analyze the patterns of amplitude and wavelength in water and sound waves.

Key Questions

  1. 1How can we describe the motion of a wave without moving the matter itself?
  2. 2What is the relationship between wave height and the energy it carries?
  3. 3How do patterns in waves allow us to predict their behavior?

Common Core State Standards

4-PS4-1
Grade: 4th Grade
Subject: Science
Unit: Waves and Information
Period: Physical Science

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