What is the definition of wavelength?
Properties of Waves

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Wavelength is the distance between two consecutive crests or troughs in a wave.
2.
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What does amplitude represent in a wave?
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Amplitude is the maximum displacement of points on a wave from its rest position, indicating the wave's height.
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What is a wave?
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A wave is a disturbance that transfers energy from one place to another without transferring matter.
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What are the two main types of waves?
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The two main types of waves are transverse waves and longitudinal waves.
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What is a transverse wave?
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A transverse wave is a wave in which the motion of the medium is perpendicular to the direction of the wave's travel.
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What is a longitudinal wave?
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A longitudinal wave is a wave in which the motion of the medium is parallel to the direction of the wave's travel.
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What is the relationship between frequency and wavelength?
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Frequency and wavelength are inversely related; as frequency increases, wavelength decreases.
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