PT #061-Waves

Front

What is the term for how often a wave occurs?

Back

Frequency

Front

What is the distance between two corresponding parts of a wave, such as crest to crest?

Back

Wavelength

Front

What are the highest points of a transverse wave called?

Back

Crest

Front

What number typically represents the wavelength in wave equations?

Back

1

Front

What number typically represents the amplitude in wave equations?

Back

2

Front

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

Back

Amplitude

Front

What type of wave has oscillations that are perpendicular to the direction of wave travel?

Back

Transverse wave

Front

What type of wave has oscillations that are parallel to the direction of wave travel?

Back

Longitudinal wave

Front

What is the formula to calculate wave speed?

Back

Wave speed = frequency × wavelength

Front

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

Back

As frequency increases, wavelength decreases, and vice versa.