Wave Characteristics

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What is the definition of a wave?

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A wave is a disturbance that transfers energy from one place to another.

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What is the medium in the context of wave propagation?

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The medium is the material through which a mechanical wave travels.

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What is amplitude in relation to waves?

Back

Amplitude is the maximum extent of a wave's displacement from its rest position, indicating the wave's energy.

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What are the two main parts of a wave?

Back

The two main parts of a wave are the crest (the highest point) and the trough (the lowest point).

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How does the speed of a wave relate to its frequency and wavelength?

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The speed of a wave is equal to the product of its frequency and wavelength (v = f × λ).

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What is the difference between transverse and longitudinal waves?

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In transverse waves, the particle displacement is perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation, while in longitudinal waves, the particle displacement is parallel to the direction of wave propagation.

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What is a crest in a wave?

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A crest is the highest point of a wave.

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What is a trough in a wave?

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A trough is the lowest point of a wave.

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What happens to the energy of a wave as its amplitude increases?

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As the amplitude of a wave increases, the energy carried by the wave also increases.

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What is wave frequency?

Back

Wave frequency is the number of complete wave cycles that pass a given point in one second, measured in hertz (Hz).

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