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4.21 Wave Patterns Amplitude and Wavelength Worksheet

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This Grade 4 Science worksheet provides structured practice on 4.21 Wave Patterns Amplitude and Wavelength. Students are guided through targeted exercises that build foundational understanding, computational accuracy, and critical thinking skills.

Wave Patterns: Amplitude and Wavelength - Select the diagram that correctly labels amplitude and wavelength and identifies wave‑caused motion. (NGSS 4‑PS4‑1; DCI PS4.A; CCC Patterns)

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Problem 1Difficulty: Mastery
A correctly labeled diagram shows amplitude from the rest line to a crest, wavelength from crest to crest, and a floating cork. Which explanation is best?
AThe cork should move across the whole pond because the wave moves
BThe cork should bob up and down near the same place while the wave pattern travels
CThe cork should stay completely still because only the labels matter
DThe cork should sink whenever the trough arrives
Solution & Explanation:The labels show a standard wave pattern, and the correct motion model is that a floating object bobs as the wave passes. The object is not carried all the way with one wave.
Problem 2Difficulty: Mastery
Which question could be answered by measuring crest-to-crest distance?
A"How tall is this wave above the rest line?"
B"What is the wavelength of this wave?"
C"How heavy is the floating cork?"
D"What color should the wave be drawn?"
Solution & Explanation:Crest-to-crest distance tells the spacing of the repeated pattern. That measurement answers a wavelength question, not a height question.
Problem 3Difficulty: Mastery
The teacher asks for a panel that shows large amplitude and short wavelength. Which panel should be chosen?
APanel Granite
BPanel Harbor
CPanel Island
DPanel Meadow
Solution & Explanation:Large amplitude means tall waves. Short wavelength means the crests are close together, so the correct panel shows tall, closely spaced waves.

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This worksheet is designed specifically for Grade 4 Science students. It aligns with educational standard 4-PS4-1 (Primary standard selected for prompt fields in this prompt cell: NGSS 4-PS4-1. Skill statement in this prompt cell: Select the diagram that correctly labels amplitude and wavelength and identifies wave-caused motion. Associated standards listed with this skill in this prompt cell: NGSS 4-PS4-1; DCI PS4.A; CCC Patterns. Use this prompt-provided wording as the supporting standard description for this workflow.).

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