Waves-8th Grade Physical Science

Front

What is the maximum distance a wave varies from its rest position?

Back

Amplitude

Front

What is the distance between one point on a wave and the nearest point just like it?

Back

Wavelength

Front

What is the material through which a wave travels called?

Back

Medium

Front

What is the time it takes for one complete wave to pass a given point?

Back

Period

Front

What part of a wave is represented by the blue lines in a diagram?

Back

Amplitude

Front

What is the relationship between frequency and period in wave motion?

Back

Frequency is the reciprocal of the period; as frequency increases, the period decreases.

Front

What is the formula for calculating wave speed?

Back

Wave speed = Wavelength x Frequency

Front

What type of wave requires a medium to travel through?

Back

Mechanical wave

Front

What is the difference between transverse and longitudinal waves?

Back

Transverse waves oscillate perpendicular to the direction of wave travel, while longitudinal waves oscillate parallel to the direction of wave travel.

Front

What is the term for the number of waves that pass a given point in one second?

Back

Frequency