Observing a Wave Practice

Front

What is the crest of a wave?

Back

The crest is the highest point of a wave.

Front

What does amplitude measure in a wave?

Back

Amplitude measures the height of the wave from the zero line, indicating the amount of energy in the wave.

Front

What is the trough of a wave?

Back

The trough is the lowest point of a wave.

Front

Define wavelength.

Back

Wavelength is the distance between two consecutive crests or troughs in a wave.

Front

What is the zero line in wave terminology?

Back

The zero line is the baseline level where the wave oscillates above and below.

Front

How does amplitude relate to energy in a wave?

Back

Higher amplitude means more energy in the wave.

Front

What is the relationship between wavelength and frequency?

Back

Wavelength and frequency are inversely related; as one increases, the other decreases.

Front

What happens to a wave with zero amplitude?

Back

A wave with zero amplitude has no energy and is represented by the zero line.

Front

What is the difference between crest and trough?

Back

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

Front

How can you identify the amplitude of a wave on a graph?

Back

Amplitude is identified as the vertical distance from the zero line to the crest or trough.