Wave Labeling

Front

What is the lowest point on a transverse wave called?

Back

Trough

Front

What is the highest point on a transverse wave called?

Back

Crest

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Front

What does the letter 'A' represent in a wave diagram?

Back

Wavelength

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Front

What is the term for how many waves pass a given point every second?

Back

Frequency

Front

What does the letter 'B' represent in a wave diagram?

Back

Amplitude

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Front

Define amplitude in the context of waves.

Back

Amplitude is the maximum distance that points on a wave, such as the crest or trough, move from their rest position.

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Front

What is wavelength?

Back

Wavelength is the distance between two consecutive crests or troughs in a wave.

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Front

How is frequency measured?

Back

Frequency is measured in hertz (Hz), which represents the number of waves that pass a point in one second.

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Front

What is the relationship between frequency and wavelength?

Back

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

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Front

What is a transverse wave?

Back

A transverse wave is a wave in which the motion of the medium is perpendicular to the direction of the wave.

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