Transverse Waves

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What is a transverse wave?

Back

A transverse wave is a type of wave where the particle displacement is perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation.

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What is the crest of a wave?

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The crest is the highest point of a transverse wave.

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What is the trough of a wave?

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The trough is the lowest point of a transverse wave.

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Define wavelength in the context of waves.

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Wavelength is the distance between two consecutive identical points 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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Amplitude is the maximum displacement of points on a wave from the rest position, indicating the wave's energy.

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What is frequency in terms of waves?

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

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How do transverse waves differ from longitudinal waves?

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Transverse waves can travel through space, while longitudinal waves require a medium to travel.

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What is the relationship between wavelength and frequency?

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Wavelength and frequency are inversely related; as the wavelength increases, the frequency decreases, and vice versa.

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What is a wave's period?

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The period is the time it takes for one complete wave cycle to pass a given point.

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What is the formula for wave speed?

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Wave speed (v) is calculated as v = frequency (f) × wavelength (λ).