Transverse waves and Longitudinal waves

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What is a transverse wave?

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A type of wave where the particle movement is perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation, such as waves on a string.

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What is a longitudinal wave?

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A type of wave where the particle movement is parallel to the direction of wave propagation, such as sound waves.

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Define wavelength in the context of waves.

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

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What is amplitude in wave terminology?

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The maximum distance from the resting position to the crest or trough of a wave.

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What is the relationship between amplitude and sound volume?

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Higher amplitude waves produce louder sounds, while lower amplitude waves produce softer sounds.

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What is a crest in a wave?

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The highest point of a transverse wave.

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What is a trough in a wave?

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The lowest point of a transverse wave.

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What is compression in a longitudinal wave?

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The region where particles are closest together in a longitudinal wave.

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What is rarefaction in a longitudinal wave?

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The region where particles are farthest apart in a longitudinal wave.

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How do you identify a longitudinal wave?

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By observing that the particle movement is parallel to the direction of wave travel.