Wave Properties

Front

In a transverse wave, what does the crest represent?

Back

The highest point of the wave.

Front

What is the definition of wavelength?

Back

The distance between two consecutive crests or troughs in a wave.

Front

What is amplitude in a wave?

Back

The maximum distance that the particles of the medium move from their rest position.

Front

What is frequency?

Back

The number of waves that pass a given point in one second.

Front

What is the formula for calculating wave speed?

Back

Wave Speed = frequency x wavelength.

Front

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

Back

Longitudinal wave.

Front

What is a trough in a wave?

Back

The lowest point of the wave.

Front

What is the difference between transverse and longitudinal waves?

Back

In transverse waves, particles move perpendicular to the direction of wave travel, while in longitudinal waves, particles move parallel to the direction of wave travel.

Front

What is an electromagnetic wave?

Back

A wave that can travel through a vacuum and does not require a medium, such as light.

Front

What is the relationship between frequency and wavelength?

Back

As frequency increases, wavelength decreases, and vice versa.