Waves Bellringer

Front

What is the lowest point of a wave?

Back

Trough

Front

What type of wave has particles that vibrate parallel to the direction of wave motion?

Back

Longitudinal wave

Front

What is the maximum displacement of particles in a wave from their resting position?

Back

Amplitude

Front

What is the highest point of a wave?

Back

Crest

Front

Which example involves transverse waves?

Back

Colors seen in a rainbow

Front

What is a wave?

Back

A disturbance that transfers energy through space or matter.

Front

What is wavelength?

Back

The distance between two consecutive crests or troughs in a wave.

Front

What is frequency?

Back

The number of waves that pass a point in one second.

Front

What is the relationship between frequency and wavelength?

Back

Higher frequency means shorter wavelength.

Front

What is a transverse wave?

Back

A wave where particles move perpendicular to the direction of wave motion.