Transverse & Longitudinal Waves

Front

What type of wave is characterized by particle motion parallel to the direction of wave propagation?

Back

Longitudinal wave

Front

What is the distance from the equilibrium position to the highest point of a wave?

Back

Amplitude

Front

What is the term for the lowest point of a transverse wave?

Back

Trough

Front

What is the highest point of a transverse wave called?

Back

Crest

Front

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

Back

Wavelength

Front

In a longitudinal wave, what is the region where particles are closest together called?

Back

Compression

Front

In a longitudinal wave, what is the region where particles are furthest apart called?

Back

Rarefaction

Front

What type of wave is characterized by particle motion perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation?

Back

Transverse wave

Front

What is the term for the maximum displacement of a wave from its rest position?

Back

Amplitude

Front

What is the relationship between wavelength and frequency in a wave?

Back

Wavelength is inversely proportional to frequency.