Waves Review

Front

In a longitudinal wave, the wave travels _________ to the medium.

Back

Parallel

Front

What are the two types of Mechanical waves?

Back

Longitudinal and Transverse

Front

Which one of these is NOT one of the 3 types of waves?

Back

Ocean

Front

The highest point of a wave is called a ________

Back

crest

Front

In a transverse wave, the wave travels _________ to the medium.

Back

Perpendicular

Front

What is a wave?

Back

A disturbance that transfers energy through space or matter.

Front

What is the difference between mechanical and electromagnetic waves?

Back

Mechanical waves require a medium to travel through, while electromagnetic waves do not.

Front

What is a crest in a wave?

Back

The highest point of a wave.

Front

What is a trough in a wave?

Back

The lowest point of a wave.

Front

What is wavelength?

Back

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