Transverse and Longitudinal Waves-Thursday 5/14

Front

What type of wave does sound travel in?

Back

Longitudinal waves.

Front

What kind of wave is characterized by particle movement parallel to the direction of wave propagation?

Back

Longitudinal wave.

Front

How would you describe the movement of particles in a longitudinal wave?

Back

Back and forth.

Front

What is the definition of a transverse wave?

Back

A wave in which the particles of the medium move perpendicular to the direction of the wave.

Front

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

Back

Wavelength.

Front

What is the term for the maximum displacement of a wave from its rest position?

Back

Amplitude.

Front

Which type of wave can travel through a vacuum?

Back

Transverse waves (light waves).

Front

What is the relationship between frequency and wavelength in a wave?

Back

Higher frequency means shorter wavelength.

Front

What is an example of a transverse wave?

Back

Light waves or waves on a string.

Front

What is an example of a longitudinal wave?

Back

Sound waves.