Waves and Wave Properties

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What happens to the wavelength of a wave as its frequency decreases?
Back
The wavelength increases.
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NGSS.HS-PS4-1
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the highest point of a transverse wave called?
Back
Crest.
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NGSS.MS-PS4-1
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Define frequency in the context of waves.
Back
Frequency is the number of waves that pass a given point in one second, measured in Hertz (Hz).
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NGSS.HS-PS4-1
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is wavelength?
Back
Wavelength is the distance between two consecutive points that are in phase on a wave, such as from crest to crest or trough to trough.
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NGSS.HS-PS4-1
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the relationship between frequency and wavelength in waves?
Back
Frequency and wavelength are inversely related; as frequency increases, wavelength decreases, and vice versa.
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NGSS.HS-PS4-1
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a trough in a wave?
Back
A trough is the lowest point of a transverse wave.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is amplitude in the context of waves?
Back
Amplitude is the maximum displacement of points on a wave from the rest position, indicating the wave's energy.
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NGSS.MS-PS4-1
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