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Digital vs Analog Signals MS-PS4-3

NGSS

a method of transmitting information by changing the amplitude of a wave

A Method Of Transmitting Information By Changing The Amplitude Of A Wave.

Amplitude Modulation

Amplitude Modulation Simple Definition

a continuous signal whose properties, like amplitude and frequency, vary smoothly

A Continuous Signal Whose Properties, Like Amplitude And Frequency, Vary Smoothly.

Analog Signal

Analog Signal Simple Definition

a series of electrical pulses that represents the digits of binary numbers

A Series Of Electrical Pulses That Represents The Digits Of Binary Numbers.

Digital Signal

Digital Signal Simple Definition

the number of cycles or vibrations per second, measured in hertz (Hz)

The Number Of Cycles Or Vibrations Per Second, Measured In Hertz (Hz).

Frequency

Frequency Simple Definition

occurs when two waves meet and combine to form a new wave

Occurs When Two Waves Meet And Combine To Form A New Wave.

Interference

Interference Simple Definition

a varying electric current that represents information

A Varying Electric Current That Represents Information.

Signal

Signal Simple Definition

the distance between the crests of two adjacent waves

The Distance Between The Crests Of Two Adjacent Waves.

Wavelength

Wavelength Simple Definition

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