Waves

Front

What is the lowest point on a wave called?

Back

Trough

Front

What type of wave is light an example of?

Back

Transverse

Front

What is a medium in the context of sound waves?

Back

Solid, liquid, gas

Front

What does the letter 'A' represent in wave properties?

Back

Amplitude

Front

What type of wave is sound an example of?

Back

Longitudinal

Front

What is the highest point on a wave called?

Back

Crest

Front

What is wavelength?

Back

The distance between two consecutive crests or troughs in a wave.

Front

What is amplitude?

Back

The maximum distance a point on a wave moves from its rest position.

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.

Front

Can sound travel through a vacuum?

Back

No, sound requires a medium to travel.