Waves

Front

What is the measure of energy in a wave?

Back

Amplitude

Front

What is the high point of a wave called?

Back

Crest

Front

What does a wave carry?

Back

Energy only

Front

What is a disturbance caused by energy moving through a system in a cyclical pattern?

Back

Wave

Front

What can electromagnetic waves travel through?

Back

Both mediums and empty space

Front

What is the distance between two consecutive crests or troughs in a wave?

Back

Wavelength

Front

What is the number of waves that pass a point in one second?

Back

Frequency

Front

What is the lowest point of a wave called?

Back

Trough

Front

What is the term for the time it takes for one complete wave cycle to pass a point?

Back

Period

Front

What is the speed of a wave?

Back

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