Waves

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What is the definition of amplitude in a wave?

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Amplitude is the maximum distance that a point on a wave moves from its rest position. It is a measure of the energy of the wave.

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What is the crest of a wave?

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The crest is the highest point of a wave.

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What is the trough of a wave?

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The trough is the lowest point of a wave.

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What is wavelength?

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

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What are mechanical waves?

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Mechanical waves are waves that require a medium (solid, liquid, or gas) to travel through.

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What is frequency in the context of waves?

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Frequency is the number of times a wave passes a given point in a certain amount of time, usually measured in Hertz (Hz).

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How does temperature affect the speed of sound?

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Sound travels faster in warmer temperatures and slower in colder temperatures.

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What is the relationship between frequency and wavelength?

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Frequency and wavelength are inversely related; as frequency increases, wavelength decreases, and vice versa.

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What is a transverse wave?

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A transverse wave is a wave in which the motion of the medium is perpendicular to the direction of the wave's travel.

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What is a longitudinal wave?

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A longitudinal wave is a wave in which the motion of the medium is parallel to the direction of the wave's travel.