Wave Labeling

Front

The amount of energy a wave carries is the _________.

Back

Amplitude

Front

How can you tell the difference between a longitudinal wave and transverse wave?

Back

The way the wave moves.

Front

What property of this wave is represented by the letter 'A'?

Back

Wavelength.

Front

The highest point on a transverse wave is the _________.

Back

Crest.

Front

Transverse waves' medium travel ___________ to the energy.

Back

Perpendicular.

Front

What is a wave?

Back

A disturbance that transfers energy through matter or space.

Front

What is the lowest point on a transverse wave called?

Back

Trough.

Front

What is wavelength?

Back

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

Front

What is a longitudinal wave?

Back

A wave in which the medium moves parallel to the direction of the wave.

Front

What is a crest in a wave?

Back

The highest point of a wave.