Waves Mastery Flashcardziz

Front

What is the height of the wave from the resting point to the crest or trough called?

Back

Amplitude

Front

What is the matter (solid, liquid, or gas) through which waves can travel?

Back

Medium

Front

Which transverse wave has the highest frequency?

Back

Wave 4

Front

Which of the following is a mechanical wave?

Back

Sound

Front

Which letter represents wavelength in a wave diagram?

Back

B

Front

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

Back

Wavelength

Front

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

Back

Frequency

Front

What is the time taken for one complete wave to pass a point called?

Back

Period

Front

What type of wave requires a medium to travel through?

Back

Mechanical Wave

Front

What is the term for waves that move perpendicular to the direction of energy transfer?

Back

Transverse Wave