Parts of a wave

Front

What is the part of the wave where the particles are spread out?

Back

Rarefaction

Front

Which letter represents the wavelength in a wave diagram?

Back

A

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Front

What does the amplitude of a wave measure?

Back

Crest to Rest Position

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Front

What happens to the sound when the amplitude of a wave increases?

Back

The sound gets louder.

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Front

Which letter represents the wave crest in a wave diagram?

Back

C

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Front

What is the definition of a wave crest?

Back

The highest point of a wave.

Front

What is the definition of a wave trough?

Back

The lowest point of a wave.

Front

How is wavelength defined in terms of wave properties?

Back

The distance between two consecutive crests or troughs.

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Front

What is the relationship between frequency and wavelength in a wave?

Back

Higher frequency means shorter wavelength.

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Front

What is the formula for calculating wave speed?

Back

Wave speed = frequency × wavelength.