Waves and Wave Properties

Front

What is the highest point on a transverse wave?

Back

Crest

Front

What does a wave carry from place to place?

Back

Energy

Front

What type of wave is characterized by particle movement perpendicular to wave direction?

Back

Transverse wave

Front

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

Back

Wavelength

Front

What is the maximum displacement of a wave from its rest position?

Back

Amplitude

Front

What type of wave is characterized by particle movement parallel to wave direction?

Back

Longitudinal wave

Front

What is the lowest point on a transverse wave?

Back

Trough

Front

What is an example of a transverse wave?

Back

Light wave

Front

What is an example of a longitudinal wave?

Back

Sound wave

Front

What is the term for the rest position of a wave?

Back

Equilibrium position