Waves

Front

What is a wave?

Back

A disturbance caused by vibrations that carries energy.

Front

What does Part B represent in a wave diagram?

Back

Amplitude.

Front

What is frequency in the context of waves?

Back

The number of waves that pass per unit of time.

Front

Which wave has the highest frequency: Microwaves, Gamma rays, Radio, or X-rays?

Back

Gamma rays.

Front

How does the intensity of light relate to the energy of the wave?

Back

The more energy the wave carries, the more intense the light.

Front

What is the definition of wavelength?

Back

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

Front

What is the difference between transverse and longitudinal waves?

Back

Transverse waves oscillate perpendicular to the direction of energy transfer, while longitudinal waves oscillate parallel to the direction of energy transfer.

Front

What is amplitude in a wave?

Back

The maximum distance from the rest position to the crest or trough.

Front

What is the formula for calculating wave speed?

Back

Wave speed = frequency × wavelength.

Front

What is the relationship between frequency and wavelength?

Back

As frequency increases, wavelength decreases, and vice versa.