Wave Properties Lesson Check

Front

What is the amplitude of a wave?

Back

The maximum distance that the wave moves from its resting position.

Front

What does the letter J represent in a wave diagram?

Back

The wavelength of the wave.

Front

What does the letter G represent in a wave diagram?

Back

The amplitude of the wave.

Front

What type of wave is characterized by particle motion parallel to wave direction?

Back

Longitudinal wave.

Front

What is the wavelength of wave B if it measures 4 meters?

Back

4 m.

Front

Define wavelength in the context of waves.

Back

The distance between two consecutive points that are in phase on a wave.

Front

What is a transverse wave?

Back

A wave where the particle motion is perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation.

Front

What is the relationship between frequency and wavelength?

Back

Higher frequency means shorter wavelength, and lower frequency means longer wavelength.

Front

What is the formula for wave speed?

Back

Wave speed = frequency × wavelength.

Front

What is a wave?

Back

A disturbance that transfers energy through space or matter.