Waves Unit Review

Front

What is the relationship between wavelength and energy in waves?

Back

A wave with a long wavelength has low energy.

Front

Which type of wave has the longest wavelength?

Back

Longitudinal Wave.

Front

What is the pitch of long sound waves?

Back

Long sound waves are low pitched.

Front

What type of wave vibrates in the same direction as its travel?

Back

Longitudinal Wave.

Front

What is the height of a wave called?

Back

Amplitude.

Front

Define wavelength.

Back

Wavelength is the distance between successive crests or troughs of a wave.

Front

What is amplitude in the context of waves?

Back

Amplitude is the maximum height of a wave from its rest position.

Front

What is a transverse wave?

Back

A wave where the vibration is perpendicular to the direction of travel.

Front

What is a longitudinal wave?

Back

A wave where the vibration is parallel to the direction of travel.

Front

What is the difference between crest and trough?

Back

Crest is the highest point of a wave, while trough is the lowest point.