Wave Types - Longitudinal and Transverse

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What is a longitudinal wave?

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A wave in which the particles of the medium move parallel to the direction of the wave propagation.

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What is a transverse wave?

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A wave in which the particles of the medium move perpendicular to the direction of the wave propagation.

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Define wavelength.

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The distance between two consecutive points that are in phase on a wave, such as crest to crest or trough to trough.

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What is amplitude in a wave?

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The maximum displacement of points on a wave from the rest position, indicating the energy of the wave.

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What is rarefaction in a longitudinal wave?

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The region in a longitudinal wave where the particles are spread apart, resulting in lower pressure.

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What is compression in a longitudinal wave?

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The region in a longitudinal wave where the particles are close together, resulting in higher pressure.

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What is a medium in the context of waves?

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The substance or material through which a wave travels, such as air, water, or solid materials.

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What is transferred in a wave?

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Energy is transferred through the medium by the wave.

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How do longitudinal waves move in relation to the resting point?

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Longitudinal waves move back and forth, parallel to the direction of propagation.

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What type of wave transfers energy through matter?

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Mechanical waves transfer energy through matter.