Properties of Waves

Front

What do waves carry through objects?

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Energy

Front

The lowest part of a transverse wave are the

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Troughs

Front

What type of wave is a transverse wave?

Back

A wave where the motion of the medium is perpendicular to the direction of the wave.

Front

How often a wave occurs is the wave's

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Frequency

Front

Which wave has a greater frequency?

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Wave A

Front

What is the highest part of a transverse wave called?

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Crest

Front

What is the distance between two consecutive crests called?

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Wavelength

Front

What is the measure of the height of a wave from its rest position?

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Amplitude

Front

What type of wave is a sound wave?

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Longitudinal wave

Front

What is the speed of a wave?

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The distance a wave travels in a given amount of time.