Waves and Materials
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What is the term for a wave passing through a material instead of reflecting or being absorbed?
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What is the definition of reflection of a wave at a boundary between materials?
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What is the definition of absorption of a wave by a material?
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Wave energy is taken in by the material, often as thermal energy. Material converts wave energy to heat, reducing wave amplitude.
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