Properties of Waves
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Science
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8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the highest point on a wave called?
Back
The crest.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What type of wave requires a medium to propagate?
Back
Mechanical wave.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the lowest point on a wave called?
Back
The trough.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What type of wave does not require a medium to travel?
Back
Electromagnetic wave.
Tags
NGSS.HS-PS4-3
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the distance between two consecutive crests called?
Back
Wavelength.
Tags
NGSS.MS-PS4-1
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the term for the number of waves that pass a point in a given time?
Back
Frequency.
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NGSS.HS-PS4-1
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the unit of frequency?
Back
Hertz (Hz).
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