Types of Waves
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KG - University
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a longitudinal wave?
Back
A type of wave where the movement of the medium is back and forth in the same direction as the wave.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a transverse wave?
Back
A type of wave where the movement of the medium is up and down, perpendicular to the direction of the wave.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an example of a longitudinal wave?
Back
Sound is an example of a longitudinal wave.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is amplitude in a transverse wave?
Back
Amplitude is the distance from the centerline to the crest or trough of the wave.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How do you measure the wavelength of a longitudinal wave?
Back
Wavelength is measured from the middle of one compression to the middle of the next compression.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the direction of movement in a longitudinal wave?
Back
The movement is back and forth.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the direction of movement in a transverse wave?
Back
The movement is up and down.
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