ICP Waves Review

Front

What type of wave is sound?

Back

Longitudinal

Front

What is the distance between two troughs in a wave called?

Back

Wavelength

Front

What is the lowest part of a wave called?

Back

Trough

Front

What is the correct unit for measuring wavelength?

Back

Meters (m)

Front

If a wave has a wavelength of 10 m and a speed of 340 m/s, what is its frequency?

Back

34 Hz

Front

What is a transverse wave?

Back

A wave in which the particle displacement is perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation.

Front

What is a longitudinal wave?

Back

A wave in which the particle displacement is parallel to the direction of wave propagation.

Front

Define frequency in the context of waves.

Back

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

Front

What is the formula to calculate the speed of a wave?

Back

Speed = Wavelength × Frequency

Front

What is a crest in a wave?

Back

The highest point of a wave.