Waves

Front

What type of wave is characterized by particle movement 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 is the highest point of a transverse wave called?

Back

Crest

Front

What is the lowest point of a transverse wave called?

Back

Trough

Front

What is the term for the maximum distance a medium vibrates from its rest position?

Back

Amplitude

Front

What is the term for the number of waves that pass a point in a given period of time?

Back

Frequency

Front

What is the unit of frequency?

Back

Hertz (Hz)

Front

What is the term for the region in a longitudinal wave where particles are close together?

Back

Compression

Front

What is the term for the region in a longitudinal wave where particles are spread apart?

Back

Rarefaction

Front

What is the ability to do work or cause change in a system?

Back

Energy