Waves Review

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What is a wave?

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A wave is a disturbance that transfers energy through space or matter, typically characterized by oscillations or vibrations.

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What is wavelength?

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Wavelength is the distance between two consecutive points that are in phase on a wave, such as from crest to crest or trough to trough.

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What are the two main types of waves?

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The two main types of waves are transverse waves and longitudinal waves.

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What is a transverse wave?

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A transverse wave is a wave in which the particles of the medium move 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 particles of the medium move parallel to the direction of the wave's travel.

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What is the medium in a wave?

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The medium is the substance or material through which a wave travels, such as air, water, or solid materials.

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What is amplitude?

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Amplitude is the maximum displacement of points on a wave from its rest position, indicating the energy of the wave.

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What is frequency?

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Frequency is the number of waves that pass a given point in one second, measured in hertz (Hz).

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What is the relationship between wavelength and frequency?

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

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What is a compression in a longitudinal wave?

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A compression is a region in a longitudinal wave where the particles of the medium are closest together.