Transverse and Longitudinal Waves

Front

What do waves carry?

Back

Energy

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Front

What is the high point of a transverse wave called?

Back

Crest

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Front

What does 'medium' mean in the context of waves?

Back

Matter the wave travels through.

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Front

What is the distance between crest and crest, or trough and trough on a transverse wave?

Back

Wavelength

Front

What is the low point of a transverse wave called?

Back

Trough

Front

What is the term for the maximum displacement of a wave from its rest position?

Back

Amplitude

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Front

What is the term for the number of waves that pass a point in a given time?

Back

Frequency

Front

What is the term for the region of a longitudinal wave where particles are close together?

Back

Compression

Front

What is the term for the region of a longitudinal wave where particles are spread apart?

Back

Rarefaction

Front

What is the speed of a wave?

Back

The distance a wave travels in a given amount of time.

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