Mechanical Waves

Front

What is a low point of a wave called?

Back

Trough

Front

What is the matter (solid, liquid, or gas) through which mechanical waves travel?

Back

Medium

Front

Which wave has the greatest wavelength?

Back

Wave 3

Front

What property of the wave is represented by the letter 'B'?

Back

Amplitude

Front

What produces sound?

Back

Vibrations of molecules

Front

What is the highest point of a wave called?

Back

Crest

Front

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

Back

Wavelength

Front

What type of wave requires a medium to travel?

Back

Mechanical wave

Front

What is the measure of the height of a wave from its rest position to its crest?

Back

Amplitude

Front

What is the term for the repeating disturbance that travels through a medium?

Back

Wave