Module 3 Waves and the Electromagnetic Spectrum Topic: Waves 1. What is a wave? A wave is vibration that travels and all waves are created by something vibrating. Waves transport energy but do not transport mass. 2. Describe the following terms associated with waves: a. amplitude height of wave b. wavelength length of a wave c. frequency number of waves per second (Hz) d. period how long a wave lasts when it arrives at a fixed point (measured in seconds) 3. What are radio waves
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visible light portion of the electromagnetic spectrum. “Electromagnetic waves are waves produced by a vibrating electrical charge that can travel through a vacuum, such as outer space, or through air on Earth. These waves come in different speeds, or frequencies. The faster a wave vibrates, the shorter its wavelength, which is the distance between two waves at the same point in their cycles” (Blackwell & Manar, 2015). The electromagnetic spectrum is a spectrum of all light, all the way from gamma rays
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MWR ASSIGNMENT 1 1. List the important microwave connectors Microwave connectors is a huge industry and there are many new types of being designed each year. Each connectors have their own frequency limit. Here are some of the connectors [1] • BNC Connector- It is used to quickly connect and disconnect the ends of a coaxial cable to any port, these are mostly found on the ends of the probes of an oscilloscope. They support up to a maximum of 4 GHz. • OSMT Connector- This is a surface mounted connector
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In American society, conservatism and innovation have always been the building foundation of ethics and beliefs of individuals. However, how do we, as these certain individuals, choose the foundation in which are views should be based upon? Should we lean towards conservatism or innovation? Before answering this critical question, I believe that it is best for us to understand what a conservative and innovator is, so that we are able to choose our foundation adequately. From the paper,“The Conservative
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population of the world has autism spectrum disorder (CDC, 2014). Autism is often overlooked or thought of as something negative. People need to be aware of autism. Many people with autism are discriminated and isolated against— just because they don’t fit in society. People with autism should be accepted as they are, and they should also be allowed to have their own opinions and do whatever they want about their autism. What is autism? Autism, or autism spectrum disorder, is a lifelong neurodevelopmental
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you may not notice unusual behavior or question if your child has Asperger’s Syndrome until your child becomes a teenager. Learn the signs of Asperger's and what steps you can take if your teen has the disorder. What is Asperger's? An autism spectrum disorder (ASD), Asperger's is also known as high functioning autism. It’s a developmental brain disorder that affects boys and girls in all demographics. Generally, kids with autism exhibit social, behavioral and communication challenges. Signs
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The DSM-5 characterizes individuals with ASD as having “persistent impairment in reciprocal social communication and social interaction and restricted, repetitive pattern of behavior, interests and activities” (APA, 2013, p. 53). However, children with ASD may face other problems as well. Sensory/perceptual impairments, intellectual differences, cognitive deficits, adaptive behaviors, physical abnormalities and comorbid conditions are all associated with ASD. These associated problems can have developmental
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An Extraordinary Specialty Explaining Autism Autism spectrum disorder is a very confusing and interesting disorder. Autism is a neurological disorder that affects behavioral, social, and communicational skills, and it is the most common developmental disorder (Yellow). The child may have trouble with communicational situations where they feel uncomfortable. Social would include any type of social situation whether it be walking through Walmart or in a small room. Behavioral issues can stem from
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Autism is a developmental disability that typically involves delays and impairment in social skills, language, and behavior (http://autism.asu.edu). A large spectrum of symptoms, skills, and level of impairments are covered through autism. Children with autism have trouble with communication. Understanding what other people think and feel is troubling for autistic children. As an Autistic child, it makes expressing yourself through words, gestures, facial expressions, and touch very hard. Some children
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Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD) is one of the most commonly known but misunderstood disorders. Antisocial Personality Disorder is one of the more prominent or famed (in terms of popularity not diagnosis) disorders, many people have heard of antisocial personality disorder, but few and far between can define what ASPD is exactly or the characteristics of it. Identifying ASPD is not only a problem throughout society but in clinicians as well, as ASPD is very hard to diagnose, especially when
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