EM Vocab

Front

Distance between identical points on a wave.

Back

Wavelength

Front

Waves with perpendicular motion to particles, resembling water waves.

Back

Transverse

Front

A material that allows all light to pass through, enabling clear visibility.

Back

Transparent

Front

An emptiness of space with no matter.

Back

Vacuum

Front

Material that doesn't let light pass through.

Back

Opaque

Front

Range of frequencies and wavelengths of electromagnetic radiation.

Back

Electromagnetic Spectrum

Front

Waves of the electromagnetic field carrying radiant energy.

Back

Electromagnetic Radiation

Front

Wave that cannot carry energy through a vacuum and needs a medium to transport energy.

Back

Longitudinal Waves

Front

Max distance molecules move from origin due to waves.

Back

Amplitude

Front

Number of waves passing per second

Back

Frequency