Waves and Wave Properties

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A wave is a disturbance that transfers ________ from one place to another.

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Energy

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Longitudinal waves have:

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compressions and rarefactions.

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The measurement for Frequency is...

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Hertz.

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The highest point on a transverse wave is the

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crest.

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What is the relation between the frequency of electromagnetic waves and their wavelength?

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Higher frequency= Lower wavelength.

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What are the two main types of waves?

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Transverse waves and longitudinal waves.

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What is a transverse wave?

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A wave in which the particles of the medium move perpendicular to the direction of the wave.

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What is a longitudinal wave?

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A wave in which the particles of the medium move parallel to the direction of the wave.

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What is wavelength?

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

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What is amplitude?

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The maximum displacement of points on a wave from its rest position.