Wave Properties

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What is 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 wave's energy.

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What does wavelength represent in a wave?

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

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How does frequency relate to energy in waves?

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Higher frequency waves carry more energy than lower frequency waves. Energy is directly proportional to frequency.

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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 crest in a wave?

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A crest is the highest point of a wave, representing the maximum displacement of the wave from its rest position.

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What is a trough in a wave?

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A trough is the lowest point of a wave, representing the minimum displacement of the wave from its rest position.

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What does a wave's speed depend on?

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A wave's speed depends on the medium through which it travels and is calculated by the formula: speed = frequency × wavelength.

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How can you determine which wave has more energy?

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The wave with a higher amplitude or higher frequency has more energy.

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What is the difference between longitudinal and transverse waves?

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In transverse waves, the particle displacement is perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation, while in longitudinal waves, the particle displacement is parallel to the direction of wave propagation.

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What is the formula for calculating wave speed?

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Wave speed (v) = frequency (f) × wavelength (λ).