Waves Vocab Review

Front

What is the term for when a wave strikes an object and bounces off?

Back

Reflection

Front

What type of wave behavior occurs when a wave changes direction as it passes into a different medium?

Back

Refraction

Front

What is the term for the resting point or middle of a wave?

Back

Equilibrium

Front

What is the highest point on a wave called?

Back

Crest

Front

What is the lowest point on a wave called?

Back

Trough

Front

What is the distance between two consecutive crests or troughs in a wave?

Back

Wavelength

Front

What is the maximum displacement of a wave from its equilibrium position?

Back

Amplitude

Front

What is it called when two waves meet and combine to form a new wave?

Back

Interference

Front

What type of interference occurs when two waves combine to make a wave with a larger amplitude?

Back

Constructive Interference

Front

What type of interference occurs when two waves combine to make a wave with a smaller amplitude?

Back

Destructive Interference