Wave Characteristics

Front

In a transverse wave, the vibrations are ____________________ to the direction of travel.

Back

perpendicular

Front

In a Longitudinal Wave, the vibrations of particles are _______________ to the direction on travel.

Back

parallel

Front

What is the material that a wave travels through?

Back

medium

Front

The highest point of a wave is called the:

Back

Crest

Front

Which of the following is NOT an example of a transverse wave?

Back

Screaming

Front

What is a wave?

Back

A wave is a disturbance that transfers energy from one place to another.

Front

What is amplitude in a wave?

Back

Amplitude is the maximum distance that the particles of a medium move from their rest position.

Front

What is frequency in terms of waves?

Back

Frequency is the number of waves that pass a point in one second.

Front

What is a trough in a wave?

Back

A trough is the lowest point of a wave.

Front

What is the difference between transverse and longitudinal waves?

Back

Transverse waves have vibrations perpendicular to the direction of travel, while longitudinal waves have vibrations parallel to the direction of travel.