Waves

Front

What is the definition of frequency in relation to waves?

Back

Frequency is the number of times a wave passes a given point in a certain amount of time.

Front

What does a wave carry?

Back

A wave carries energy only.

Front

What are waves that require a medium called?

Back

Mechanical waves.

Front

What type of wave is characterized by particles moving up and down?

Back

Transverse wave.

Front

In a longitudinal wave, how do the particles move?

Back

The particles move back and forth.

Front

What is the term for the distance between two consecutive crests of a wave?

Back

Wavelength.

Front

What is the unit of frequency?

Back

Hertz (Hz).

Front

What type of wave does not require a medium to travel?

Back

Electromagnetic waves.

Front

What is the difference between mechanical and electromagnetic waves?

Back

Mechanical waves require a medium to travel, while electromagnetic waves do not.

Front

What is an example of a mechanical wave?

Back

Sound wave.