Waves Review

Front

What type of wave is characterized by particle motion being parallel to the direction of wave propagation?

Back

Longitudinal wave

Front

What is the term for the distance between two consecutive crests or troughs in a wave?

Back

Wavelength

Front

What are the lowest points of a transverse wave called?

Back

Trough

Front

What is the term for the maximum displacement of a wave from its rest position?

Back

Amplitude

Front

What type of wave requires a medium to travel through?

Back

Mechanical wave

Front

What is the term for the number of waves that pass a given point in one second?

Back

Frequency

Front

What type of wave can travel through a vacuum?

Back

Electromagnetic wave

Front

What is the relationship between wavelength and frequency in waves?

Back

Wavelength is inversely proportional to frequency.

Front

What is the speed of a wave if its wavelength is 2 meters and its frequency is 3 Hz?

Back

Speed = Wavelength x Frequency = 2m x 3Hz = 6 m/s

Front

What is the term for the point at which a wave oscillates around?

Back

Resting point