Wave Properties and Terminology

Front

What are the highest parts of a transverse wave called?

Back

Crest

Front

What is the phenomenon called when light bounces off a surface?

Back

Reflection

Front

The frequency of a wave is measured in __________________.

Back

Hertz

Front

A wave has a wavelength of 10 m and a speed of 340 m/s. What is the frequency of the wave?

Back

34 Hz

Front

What phenomenon occurs when a sound wave bends around a door?

Back

Diffraction

Front

What is the distance between two consecutive crests of a wave called?

Back

Wavelength

Front

What is the term for the maximum displacement of a wave from its resting position?

Back

Amplitude

Front

What is the term for the number of waves that pass a point in one second?

Back

Frequency

Front

What is the speed of a wave if its wavelength is 5 m and its frequency is 10 Hz?

Back

50 m/s

Front

What is the term for the lowest parts of a transverse wave?

Back

Trough