Transverse and Longitudinal Waves

Front

What is the direction of vibrations in a longitudinal wave relative to the direction of energy transfer?

Back

The vibrations in a longitudinal wave are parallel to the direction of energy transfer.

Front

In a transverse wave, how are the vibrations oriented in relation to the direction of the wave?

Back

The vibrations in a transverse wave are perpendicular to the direction of the wave.

Front

What type of wave is characterized by vibrations that are perpendicular to the direction of energy transfer?

Back

Transverse wave.

Front

What type of wave is characterized by vibrations that are parallel to the direction of energy transfer?

Back

Longitudinal wave.

Front

What is an example of a longitudinal wave?

Back

Sound waves are an example of longitudinal waves.

Front

What is an example of a transverse wave?

Back

Light waves are an example of transverse waves.

Front

What is the angle between the vibrations and the direction of the wave in a transverse wave?

Back

90 degrees or at right angles.

Front

What type of wave is sound classified as?

Back

Sound waves are classified as longitudinal waves.

Front

What type of wave is represented in a diagram showing compressions and rarefactions?

Back

Longitudinal wave.

Front

What type of wave is represented in a diagram showing crests and troughs?

Back

Transverse wave.