Wave Properties

Wave Properties

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Science

6th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a wavelength?

Back

The distance between two consecutive points in phase on a wave, such as from crest to crest or trough to trough.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is amplitude in a wave?

Back

A measure of the distance between the middle line of a wave and its crest or trough; it indicates the size of a compression in a longitudinal wave.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the high and low points of a transverse wave called?

Back

High point: Crest; Low point: Trough.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a medium in the context of waves?

Back

A material through which waves travel, which can be solid, liquid, or gas.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does amplitude relate to sound and light waves?

Back

Amplitude of a sound wave equals loudness; Amplitude of a light wave equals brightness.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between transverse and longitudinal waves?

Back

Transverse waves oscillate perpendicular to the direction of wave travel, while longitudinal waves oscillate parallel to the direction of wave travel.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is frequency in relation to waves?

Back

The number of waves that pass a point in one second, measured in Hertz (Hz).

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