Transverse and Longitudinal Waves Review

Front

As the frequency of a wave decreases, the wavelength _________.

Back

increases

Front

What is frequency?

Back

The amount of waves produced in a given amount of time

Front

How many total waves (compression to compression) are represented in the image?

Back

4

Front

The position the medium would be in if no energy was moving through the medium, or if the medium was at rest is called?

Back

Rest position

Front

Which letter represents wavelength of a longitudinal wave?

Back

C

Front

What is a transverse wave?

Back

A wave where the medium moves perpendicular to the direction of the wave.

Front

What is a longitudinal wave?

Back

A wave where the medium moves parallel to the direction of the wave.

Front

What is the amplitude of a wave?

Back

The maximum distance the medium moves from its rest position.

Front

What is a crest in a wave?

Back

The highest point of a wave.

Front

What is a trough in a wave?

Back

The lowest point of a wave.