Waves and Wave Properties

Front

What happens to the wavelength of a wave as its frequency decreases?

Back

The wavelength increases.

Front

What is the highest part of a transverse wave called?

Back

Crest

Front

What is a wave?

Back

A wave is a disturbance that transfers energy from one place to another without transferring matter.

Front

What is the difference between transverse and longitudinal waves?

Back

Transverse waves oscillate perpendicular to the direction of wave travel, while longitudinal waves oscillate parallel to the direction of wave travel.

Front

What is the lowest part of a transverse wave called?

Back

Trough

Front

Define amplitude in the context of waves.

Back

Amplitude is the maximum displacement of points on a wave from its rest position.

Front

What is frequency?

Back

Frequency is the number of waves that pass a given point in one second, measured in Hertz (Hz).

Front

What is wavelength?

Back

Wavelength is the distance between two consecutive points that are in phase on a wave, such as crest to crest or trough to trough.

Front

What is the relationship between frequency and wavelength?

Back

As frequency increases, wavelength decreases, and vice versa, when the speed of the wave is constant.

Front

What is a medium in the context of waves?

Back

A medium is the substance through which a wave travels, such as air, water, or solid materials.