Waves: Types and Properties

The video tutorial explains the concept of waves, focusing on transverse and longitudinal waves. It covers wave properties such as amplitude, wavelength, speed, frequency, and period. Transverse waves have oscillations perpendicular to wave motion, with examples like water and electromagnetic waves. Longitudinal waves have parallel oscillations, exemplified by sound waves. Key equations and concepts are discussed to aid understanding.

What is the top part of a wave called?

• Amplitude

• Crest

• Wavelength

• Trough

How can the speed of a wave be calculated?

• By subtracting frequency from wavelength

• By dividing wavelength by frequency

• By multiplying wavelength by frequency

• By adding wavelength and frequency

What unit is used to measure frequency?

• Meters

• Seconds

• Hertz

• Newtons

In a transverse wave, how do the oscillations move relative to the wave direction?

• Opposite to the wave direction

• Perpendicular to the wave direction

• Parallel to the wave direction

• In the same direction as the wave

Which of the following is an example of a transverse wave?

• Pressure wave

• Seismic wave

• Water wave

• Sound wave

In a longitudinal wave, how do the oscillations move relative to the wave direction?

• Parallel to the wave direction

• In a circular motion

• Perpendicular to the wave direction

• In a zigzag pattern

What is a common example of a longitudinal wave?

• Light wave

• Water wave

• Sound wave

• Radio wave

What is the region of low pressure in a sound wave called?

• Trough

• Crest

• Rarefaction

• Compression

How do transverse waves differ from longitudinal waves in terms of oscillation direction?

• Longitudinal waves have perpendicular oscillations

• Transverse waves have parallel oscillations

• Transverse waves have perpendicular oscillations

• Both have the same oscillation direction

Which type of wave includes electromagnetic waves like light and radio waves?

• Longitudinal waves

• Transverse waves

• Pressure waves

• Seismic waves