Basic Parts of a Wave

Front

What is the resting position of a wave called?

Back

Equilibrium

Front

What term describes the height of a wave?

Back

Amplitude

Front

What do we call the highest point of a wave?

Back

Crest

Front

What do we call the lowest point of a wave?

Back

Trough

Front

What is the distance between two consecutive crests called?

Back

Wavelength

Front

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

Back

Amplitude

Front

What is the term for the measure of the energy of a wave?

Back

Magnitude

Front

What part of a wave is located between the crest and the trough?

Back

Equilibrium

Front

What is the term for the distance between two consecutive troughs?

Back

Wavelength

Front

What is the term for the vertical distance from the equilibrium to the crest?

Back

Amplitude