Waves and Wave Properties

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What happens to the wavelength of a wave as its frequency decreases?

Back

The wavelength increases.

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What is the highest point of a transverse wave called?

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Crest.

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Define frequency in the context of waves.

Back

Frequency is the number of waves that pass a given point in one second, measured in Hertz (Hz).

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What is wavelength?

Back

Wavelength is the distance between two consecutive points that are in phase on a wave, such as from crest to crest or trough to trough.

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What is the relationship between frequency and wavelength in waves?

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

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What is a trough in a wave?

Back

A trough is the lowest point of a transverse wave.

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What is amplitude in the context of waves?

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Amplitude is the maximum displacement of points on a wave from the rest position, indicating the wave's energy.

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What is the difference between transverse and longitudinal waves?

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In transverse waves, the particle displacement is perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation, while in longitudinal waves, the particle displacement is parallel to the direction of wave propagation.

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What is wave speed?

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Wave speed is the distance a wave travels per unit of time, calculated as the product of frequency and wavelength.

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What is the formula for calculating wave speed?

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Wave speed (v) = frequency (f) × wavelength (λ).

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