Properties of Waves

Front

What is the distance from one wave crest to the next crest called?

Back

A wavelength.

Front

What is transferred by a wave?

Back

Energy.

Front

What is the high point on a transverse wave called?

Back

Crest.

Front

What type of waves are sound waves?

Back

Longitudinal.

Front

What is the term for the number of times a wave cycle repeats each second?

Back

Frequency.

Front

What is the low point on a transverse wave called?

Back

Trough.

Front

What is the relationship between wavelength and frequency in waves?

Back

Wavelength is inversely proportional to frequency.

Front

What is the speed of a wave?

Back

The distance a wave travels per unit of time.

Front

What is amplitude in the context of waves?

Back

The maximum displacement of points on a wave from its rest position.

Front

What is the difference between transverse and longitudinal waves?

Back

Transverse waves oscillate perpendicular to the direction of wave travel, while longitudinal waves oscillate parallel.