Waves and Wave Properties

Front

What is the highest part of a transverse wave called?

Back

Crest

Front

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

Back

The wavelength increases.

Front

Define a wave.

Back

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

Front

What is the lowest part of a transverse wave called?

Back

Trough

Front

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

Back

Wavelength

Front

What is frequency in the context of waves?

Back

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

Front

How is wave speed calculated?

Back

Wave speed = frequency × wavelength.

Front

What is amplitude in a wave?

Back

Amplitude is the maximum distance that the particles of a medium move from their rest position when a wave passes through.

Front

What type of wave requires a medium to travel through?

Back

Mechanical wave.

Front

What is the difference between transverse and longitudinal waves?

Back

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