Waves

Front

What is the highest point on a wave called?

Back

The crest.

Front

How is wavelength measured in a sound wave?

Back

From compression to compression.

Front

Which letters represent the crest of a wave in a diagram?

Back

B & F.

Front

What type of wave is characterized by particle motion being perpendicular to wave direction?

Back

Transverse wave.

Front

In a wave diagram, how can you identify the wave with the greatest wavelength?

Back

By comparing the distance between consecutive crests or compressions.

Front

What is the lowest point on a wave called?

Back

The trough.

Front

What is the distance between two consecutive crests called?

Back

Wavelength.

Front

What type of wave has particle motion parallel to the direction of wave propagation?

Back

Longitudinal wave.

Front

What is the term for the maximum displacement of points on a wave from the rest position?

Back

Amplitude.

Front

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

Back

They are inversely related; as frequency increases, wavelength decreases.