Waves

Front

A type of wave where particles vibrate perpendicular to the direction of wave motion.

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Transverse wave

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Front

The distance between two consecutive points in a wave that are in phase.

Back

Wavelength

Front

The number of wave cycles passing a point in a given time.

Back

Frequency

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Front

A disturbance that transfers energy.

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Wave

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Front

A type of wave where particles vibrate parallel to the direction of wave motion.

Back

Longitudinal wave

Front

The highest point of a wave.

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Crest

Front

The lowest point of a wave.

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Trough

Front

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

Back

Amplitude

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Front

The speed at which a wave travels through a medium.

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Wave velocity

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Front

The formula to calculate wave speed.

Back

Wave speed = Wavelength x Frequency

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