waves and wave properties

Front

What happens to the frequency of a wave if the wavelength increases?

Back

The frequency decreases.

Front

What is the part of a longitudinal wave where particles are packed closely together?

Back

Compression.

Front

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

Back

Frequency (f) = Speed (v) / Wavelength (λ).

Front

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

Back

34 Hz.

Front

What is the wavelength of a wave with a frequency of 5 Hz and a speed of 25 m/s?

Back

5 m.

Front

Which wave has the greatest frequency if given multiple wave diagrams?

Back

The wave with the shortest wavelength.

Front

Define wavelength in the context of waves.

Back

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

Front

What is the relationship between wave speed, frequency, and wavelength?

Back

Wave speed is the product of frequency and wavelength (v = f × λ).

Front

What is a crest in a wave?

Back

A crest is the highest point of a wave.

Front

What is a trough in a wave?

Back

A trough is the lowest point of a wave.