Waves

Front

What is amplitude in a wave?

Back

Amplitude is the distance between the crest or trough and the middle point of the wave.

Front

What are rarefactions in longitudinal waves?

Back

Rarefactions are the parts where the coils are spread apart in longitudinal waves.

Front

What type of wave is characterized by compressions and rarefactions?

Back

Longitudinal waves are characterized by compressions and rarefactions.

Front

How is frequency defined in the context of waves?

Back

Frequency is the number of cycles of a wave that occur in a unit of time, typically measured in Hertz (Hz).

Front

What is the relationship between wavelength and frequency?

Back

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

Front

What is a crest in a wave?

Back

A crest is the highest point of a wave.

Front

What is a trough in a wave?

Back

A trough is the lowest point of a wave.

Front

What is the difference between transverse and longitudinal waves?

Back

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.

Front

What is the formula for wave speed?

Back

Wave speed can be calculated using the formula: Wave Speed = Frequency x Wavelength.

Front

What is the significance of wave frequency in sound?

Back

Wave frequency determines the pitch of a sound; higher frequencies correspond to higher pitches.