Waves

Front

What do waves carry from place to place?

Back

Waves carry energy, but not matter or particles.

Front

Light is an example of which type of wave?

Back

Light is an example of a transverse wave.

Front

Sound is an example of which type of wave?

Back

Sound is an example of a longitudinal wave.

Front

What type of waves require a medium to pass?

Back

Mechanical waves require a medium to pass.

Front

What is the lowest point on a wave called?

Back

The lowest point on a wave is called the trough.

Front

What is the highest point on a wave called?

Back

The highest point on a wave is called the crest.

Front

What is amplitude in relation to waves?

Back

Amplitude is the maximum distance from the rest position to the crest or trough.

Front

What is wavelength?

Back

Wavelength is the distance between two consecutive crests or troughs in a wave.

Front

What type of wave is a sound wave?

Back

A sound wave is a longitudinal wave.

Front

What type of wave is a light wave?

Back

A light wave is a transverse wave.