Parts of Waves

Front

What is the amplitude of a wave?

Back

The amplitude is the maximum distance that points on a wave, such as the crest or trough, move from their rest position.

Front

What is the crest of a wave?

Back

The crest is the highest point of a wave.

Front

What is the trough of a wave?

Back

The trough is the lowest point of a wave.

Front

What is wavelength?

Back

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

Front

What does equilibrium refer to in a wave?

Back

Equilibrium is the rest position of the wave, where the medium would be if there were no wave passing through.

Front

How is frequency related to waves?

Back

Frequency is the number of waves that pass a given point in a certain amount of time, usually measured in Hertz (Hz).

Front

What is the relationship between wavelength and frequency?

Back

Wavelength and frequency are inversely related; as the wavelength increases, the frequency decreases, and vice versa.

Front

What is a wave?

Back

A wave is a disturbance that transfers energy through space or matter, typically characterized by its amplitude, wavelength, and frequency.

Front

What is a transverse wave?

Back

A transverse wave is a type of wave where the medium moves perpendicular to the direction of the wave's travel.

Front

What is a longitudinal wave?

Back

A longitudinal wave is a type of wave where the medium moves parallel to the direction of the wave's travel.