6.P.1.1 review

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What is frequency?

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Frequency is the number of waves that pass a point in a given period of time, usually measured in Hertz (Hz).

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What is a transverse wave?

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A transverse wave is a type of wave where the motion of the medium is perpendicular to the direction of the wave's travel, such as light waves.

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What is a longitudinal wave?

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A longitudinal wave is a type of wave where the motion of the medium is parallel to the direction of the wave's travel, such as sound waves.

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What is amplitude in a wave?

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Amplitude is the maximum distance that the particles of a medium move from their rest position when a wave passes through.

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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 is a crest in a wave?

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A crest is the highest point of a wave.

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What is a trough in a wave?

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A trough is the lowest point of a wave.

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What is the relationship between frequency and wavelength?

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

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What type of wave is sound?

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Sound is a longitudinal wave.

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What type of wave is light?

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Light is an electromagnetic wave.