Waves

Front

What are rarefactions in longitudinal waves?

Back

Rarefactions are the parts of a longitudinal wave where the coils are spread apart.

Front

What type of wave can travel through matter and empty space?

Back

An electromagnetic wave can travel through both matter and empty space.

Front

What does amplitude refer to in waves?

Back

Amplitude is the height of the wave from its rest position, indicating the energy of the wave.

Front

What is a trough in a wave?

Back

A trough is the lowest point of a wave, opposite to the crest.

Front

Which electromagnetic radiation has the shortest wavelength?

Back

Gamma radiation has the shortest wavelength among electromagnetic waves.

Front

What is a transverse wave?

Back

A transverse wave is a wave where the motion of the medium is perpendicular to the direction of the wave.

Front

What is a compression in longitudinal waves?

Back

Compressions are the parts of a longitudinal wave where the coils are close together.

Front

What is wavelength in the context of waves?

Back

Wavelength is the distance between two consecutive points in phase on a wave, such as crest to crest.

Front

What is frequency in wave terminology?

Back

Frequency is the number of waves that pass a point in one second, measured in Hertz (Hz).

Front

What is the relationship between wavelength and frequency?

Back

Wavelength and frequency are inversely related; as one increases, the other decreases.