Properties of Waves - Vocab Words

Front

What is the lowest point or valley of a transverse wave called?

Back

Trough

Front

What type of wave can travel through a vacuum and does not require a medium?

Back

Electromagnetic Wave

Front

In a longitudinal wave, what is the region where particles are closely packed together called?

Back

Compression

Front

What is the term for the distance between two consecutive crests or troughs in a transverse wave?

Back

Wavelength

Front

What is the highest point or peak of a transverse wave called?

Back

Crest

Front

What is the definition of a wave?

Back

A disturbance that transfers energy from one place to another.

Front

What are the two main types of waves?

Back

Transverse waves and longitudinal waves.

Front

In a transverse wave, what direction do the particles move relative to the direction of wave propagation?

Back

Perpendicular.

Front

In a longitudinal wave, what direction do the particles move relative to the direction of wave propagation?

Back

Parallel.

Front

What is the term for the maximum distance a wave moves from its rest position?

Back

Amplitude.