Waves and Wave Properties

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What is the lowest point on a transverse wave?

Back

The lowest point on a transverse wave is called the trough.

Front

What are waves that require a material to travel through called?

Back

Waves that require a material to travel through are called mechanical waves.

Front

What happens to the frequency of a wave if its wavelength increases?

Back

If the wavelength of a wave increases, the frequency decreases.

Front

What do transverse waves have?

Back

Transverse waves have crests and troughs.

Front

What does #3 refer to in wave terminology?

Back

#3 refers to the amplitude of the wave.

Front

Define wavelength in the context of waves.

Back

Wavelength is the distance between two consecutive crests or troughs in a wave.

Front

What is amplitude in wave properties?

Back

Amplitude is the maximum distance that points on a wave move from their rest position.

Front

What are electromagnetic waves?

Back

Electromagnetic waves are waves that do not require a medium to travel through, such as light waves.

Front

What is the difference between transverse and longitudinal waves?

Back

In transverse waves, the particle movement is perpendicular to the direction of wave travel, while in longitudinal waves, the particle movement is parallel to the direction of wave travel.

Front

What is a crest in wave terminology?

Back

A crest is the highest point of a transverse wave.