Transverse Waves

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What is a transverse wave?

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A transverse wave is a type of wave in which the particle displacement is perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation.

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What are the main parts of a transverse wave?

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The main parts of a transverse wave include the crest, trough, amplitude, and wavelength.

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What is the crest of a transverse wave?

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The crest is the highest point of a transverse wave.

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What is the trough of a transverse wave?

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The trough is the lowest point of a transverse wave.

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What is amplitude in a transverse wave?

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Amplitude is the maximum displacement of points on a wave from the rest position.

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What is wavelength in a transverse wave?

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Wavelength is the distance between two consecutive crests or troughs in a wave.

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What is the medium in the context of wave propagation?

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The medium is the substance or material through which a wave travels.

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What type of waves are gamma rays?

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Gamma rays are a type of electromagnetic wave with the shortest wavelength and highest energy.

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How does energy relate to wavelength in electromagnetic waves?

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In electromagnetic waves, shorter wavelengths correspond to higher energy.

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What is the relationship between frequency and wavelength?

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Frequency and wavelength are inversely related; as frequency increases, wavelength decreases.