Parts of a Wave

Front

What is the highest point of a wave called?

Back

Crest

Front

What does wavelength measure?

Back

The distance from Crest to Crest.

Front

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

Back

Amplitude

Front

Which color of light has the longest wavelength?

Back

Red Wave

Front

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

Back

Frequency

Front

What is the lowest point of a wave called?

Back

Trough

Front

What is the formula for calculating wave speed?

Back

Wave Speed = Wavelength x Frequency

Front

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

Back

As frequency increases, wavelength decreases, and vice versa.

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.