The Extent to Which Waves Diffract When They Encounter an Obstacle

question 104

Multiple Choice

The extent to which waves diffract when they encounter an obstacle or aperture depends on

• A)the size of the aperture or obstacle.
• B)the wavelength of the waves.
• C)whether the wavelength is small or large relative to the size of the obstacle or aperture.
• D)the speed of the waves.
• E)None of these is correct.

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Definitions:

Fallopian Tube

Part of the female reproductive system, a pair of tubes leading from the ovaries to the uterus, responsible for transporting eggs and the site of fertilization.

Oviduct

A tube through which eggs pass from an ovary to the uterus, present in female vertebrates; also known as a fallopian tube in humans.

Endometrium

The mucous membrane lining the interior of the uterus, which thickens during the menstrual cycle to prepare for potential pregnancy.

Uterus

The uterus is a significant female reproductive organ in many mammals, including humans, where it serves as the site for fetal development during pregnancy.