Waves Practice
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is amplitude in the context of waves?
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Amplitude is the maximum displacement of points on a wave from its rest position, which determines the volume of the sound.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is frequency in wave terminology?
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Frequency is the number of complete waves that pass a given point in one second, measured in Hertz (Hz).
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What does wavelength refer to in waves?
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Wavelength is the distance between two consecutive points that are in phase on a wave, such as from crest to crest or trough to trough.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the relationship between frequency and wavelength?
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Frequency and wavelength are inversely related; as frequency increases, wavelength decreases, and vice versa.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a crest in a wave?
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A crest is the highest point of a wave, representing the maximum displacement above the rest position.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a trough in a wave?
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A trough is the lowest point of a wave, representing the maximum displacement below the rest position.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What does the term 'wave propagation' mean?
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Wave propagation refers to the movement of waves through a medium, indicating how energy is transferred from one point to another.
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