Waves and Wave Properties

Front

What is the term used to identify the distance between two consecutive crests or troughs in a wave?

Back

Wavelength

Front

What is the lowest point on a transverse wave called?

Back

Trough

Front

What two points define a wavelength in a wave?

Back

The distance between points B and G.

Front

Which type of wave is characterized by compressions and rarefactions?

Back

Longitudinal wave.

Front

What does #3 refer to in a wave diagram?

Back

Amplitude.

Front

What is the highest point on a transverse wave called?

Back

Crest.

Front

What is the measure of how many waves pass a point in one second?

Back

Frequency.

Front

What is the term for the maximum distance a wave moves from its rest position?

Back

Amplitude.

Front

In a longitudinal wave, what are the areas where particles are close together called?

Back

Compressions.

Front

What is the rest position in a wave?

Back

The position of the medium when there is no wave passing through.