Waves & Wave Properties

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What is the highest point on a transverse wave?

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Crest

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Front

Which wave has the largest wavelength?

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Wave B

Front

What is the height of the wave from its resting point called?

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Amplitude

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Front

Which wave in a diagram typically has the greatest frequency?

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Wave 4

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Front

What type of wave can travel through matter and empty space?

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Electromagnetic wave

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Front

What is the lowest point on a transverse wave called?

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Trough

Front

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

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Wavelength

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Front

What is the term for the number of waves that pass a point in one second?

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Frequency

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Front

What is the term for the speed at which a wave travels through a medium?

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Wave velocity

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Front

What type of wave moves particles in the same direction as the wave travels?

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Longitudinal wave