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

What is a wave?

Back

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

Front

What are the two main types of waves?

Back

Transverse waves and longitudinal waves.

Front

In a transverse wave, what is the lowest part called?

Back

Trough

Front

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

Back

Wavelength

Front

What is frequency in the context of waves?

Back

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

Front

What is amplitude in a wave?

Back

Amplitude is the maximum distance that points on a wave, such as crests and troughs, move from their rest position.

Front

What is the relationship between frequency and wavelength?

Back

As frequency increases, wavelength decreases, and vice versa.

Front

What is a longitudinal wave?

Back

A longitudinal wave is a wave in which the particles of the medium move parallel to the direction of the wave's travel.