Waves

Front

What type of waves include water waves, waves on a string/jump rope, and light waves?

Back

Transverse waves.

Front

What is the term for how many waves pass a given point every second?

Back

Frequency.

Front

Which type of waves have vibrations that run parallel to the direction the wave travels?

Back

Longitudinal waves.

Front

Which type of waves have vibrations that run perpendicular to the direction the wave travels?

Back

Transverse waves.

Front

What is the highest point on a transverse wave called?

Back

Crest.

Front

What is the lowest point on a transverse wave called?

Back

Trough.

Front

How is frequency measured?

Back

In Hertz (Hz).

Front

What is the distance between two consecutive crests or troughs in a wave called?

Back

Wavelength.

Front

What is the term for the maximum displacement of points on a wave from its rest position?

Back

Amplitude.

Front

What is the term for the region in a longitudinal wave where particles are closest together?

Back

Compression.