Waves and Wave Properties

Front

What happens to the frequency of a wave if the wavelength increases?

Back

The frequency will decrease.

Front

What is the highest point on a transverse wave called?

Back

Crest.

Front

What is the distance between two identical points on a wave known as?

Back

Wavelength.

Front

What type of wave has motion that is perpendicular to the direction of the wave?

Back

Transverse Wave.

Front

What do longitudinal waves have?

Back

Compressions and rarefactions.

Front

Define wavelength in the context of waves.

Back

Wavelength is the distance between two consecutive identical points on a wave.

Front

What is a transverse wave?

Back

A wave whose motion is perpendicular to the direction of the wave.

Front

What are compressions in a longitudinal wave?

Back

Regions where particles are close together.

Front

What are rarefactions in a longitudinal wave?

Back

Regions where particles are spread apart.

Front

How does the amplitude of a wave relate to its energy?

Back

Higher amplitude means more energy.