waves and wave properties

Front

What are transverse waves characterized by?

Back

Crests and troughs.

Front

How do you calculate the wavelength of a wave?

Back

Wavelength = Speed / Frequency.

Front

What is the frequency of a wave?

Back

The number of waves that move past one spot in a second.

Front

What is the relationship between amplitude and wave energy?

Back

Higher amplitude means more energy.

Front

What part of a longitudinal wave is where particles are packed closely together?

Back

Compression.

Front

What part of a longitudinal wave is where particles are spread apart?

Back

Rarefaction.

Front

What is the formula for wave speed?

Back

Wave Speed = Wavelength x Frequency.

Front

What is the amplitude of a wave?

Back

The maximum distance from the rest position to the crest or trough.

Front

What happens to the wavelength if the frequency increases while the speed remains constant?

Back

The wavelength decreases.

Front

What is the difference between mechanical and electromagnetic waves?

Back

Mechanical waves require a medium to travel through, while electromagnetic waves do not.