Comparing Sound & Light
Science: KS3, topic 3.3.31
Comparing Sound and Light Waves
You should be able to compare light and sound waves.
Similarities
- Both light and sound can be reflected.
- Both light and sound can be refracted.
- Both transfer energy.
Differences
- Sound is a longitudinal wave.
- Light is a transverse wave.
- Only light can travel through a vacuum.
Test yourself on Comparing Sound & Light
Which of these apply to both sound and light?
Which of these are correct?
Which is NOT true of sound waves?
Which is NOT true of light waves?