6. P.1.1- Wave Properties and Types: Flashcard #1

Front

Letter B represents the ________.

Back

trough

Front

The height of a wave is called the ____________.

Back

amplitude

Front

Letter C represents the ______.

Back

wavelength

Front

Letter D represents the ______.

Back

amplitude

Front

The ________ is the distance between 2 crests or 2 troughs.

Back

wavelength

Front

What is the definition of a crest in a wave?

Back

The highest point of a wave.

Front

What is the definition of a trough in a wave?

Back

The lowest point of a wave.

Front

What does amplitude measure in a wave?

Back

The maximum height of the wave from its rest position.

Front

What is wavelength?

Back

The distance between two consecutive crests or troughs.

Front

How is wave speed calculated?

Back

Wave speed = frequency × wavelength.