Understanding Wavelengths

What is the primary difference between transverse and longitudinal waves?

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

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

• Both transverse and longitudinal waves move in the same direction as energy transfer.

• Transverse waves do not transfer energy, while longitudinal waves do.

Which Greek letter is used to symbolize the wavelength of a wave?

• Gamma

• Beta

• Lambda

• Alpha

In the formula Lambda = V/F, what does 'V' represent?

• Volume of the wave

• Voltage across the wave

• Velocity or speed of the wave

• Viscosity of the medium

What is the unit of frequency in the wavelength formula?

• Joules

• Meters

• Seconds

• Hertz

If a wave travels at 3.25 * 10^2 m/s with a frequency of 6.61 * 10^6 Hz, what is its wavelength?

• 3.25 * 10^2 m

• 4.92 * 10^-5 m

• 6.61 * 10^6 m

• 4.92 * 10^5 m