Transverse & Longitudinal Waves

Front

What do all waves carry?

Back

Energy

Front

What is the term for the part of a compressional wave that is spread apart?

Back

Rarefaction

Front

What is the highest point of a transverse wave called?

Back

Crest

Front

How do particles move in a transverse wave?

Back

Up and down

Front

What is the lowest point of a transverse wave called?

Back

Trough

Front

What is a compressional wave?

Back

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

Front

What is the difference between transverse and longitudinal waves?

Back

Transverse waves have particle motion perpendicular to wave direction, while longitudinal waves have particle motion parallel to wave direction.

Front

What is the term for the part of a compressional wave where particles are close together?

Back

Compression

Front

Can sound waves be classified as transverse or longitudinal?

Back

Longitudinal.

Front

What is wavelength in the context of waves?

Back

The distance between two consecutive crests or troughs in a wave.