Mechanical Waves

Front

What is the highest point on a wave called?

Back

The highest point on a wave is called the crest.

Front

What happens to the amplitude of a sound wave when the sound is louder?

Back

When a sound is louder, the amplitude of the wave increases.

Front

What type of wave has particles that move perpendicularly to the direction of wave travel?

Back

A transverse wave has particles that move perpendicularly to the direction the wave is traveling.

Front

What is a compressional wave?

Back

A compressional wave is a type of wave where particles of the medium move parallel to the direction of the wave.

Front

Define wavelength in the context of mechanical waves.

Back

Wavelength is the distance between two consecutive crests or troughs in a wave.

Front

What is the trough of a wave?

Back

The trough is the lowest point on a wave.

Front

How does frequency relate to pitch in sound waves?

Back

Higher frequency corresponds to a higher pitch in sound waves.

Front

What is the relationship between wavelength and frequency?

Back

Wavelength and frequency are inversely related; as one increases, the other decreases.

Front

What is a mechanical wave?

Back

A mechanical wave is a wave that requires a medium to travel through.

Front

What is the difference between transverse and longitudinal waves?

Back

In transverse waves, particles move perpendicular to wave direction; in longitudinal waves, particles move parallel to wave direction.