Longitudinal vs. Transverse Waves

Front

As the wavelength of a wave increases, what happens to the frequency?

Back

The frequency decreases.

Front

What is the lowest point on a transverse wave called?

Back

The trough.

Front

Which transverse wave has the lowest frequency?

Back

The wave labeled '1'.

Front

What is the material called that a longitudinal wave travels through?

Back

Medium.

Front

Which of the following is NOT a type of wave that sound travels through?

Back

Transverse wave.

Front

Define longitudinal wave.

Back

A wave in which the particle displacement is parallel to the direction of wave propagation.

Front

Define transverse wave.

Back

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

Front

What is the relationship between wavelength and frequency in waves?

Back

They are inversely related; as one increases, the other decreases.

Tags

NGSS.HS-PS4-1

Front

What is a wave's amplitude?

Back

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

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS4-1

Front

What type of wave is sound classified as?

Back

Longitudinal wave.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS4-2