Unit 5: Waves Assessment

Front

What is the lowest point of a wave?

Back

Trough

Front

What is the maximum distance a wave varies from its rest position?

Back

Amplitude

Front

What is the term for how many waves pass through a given point per second?

Back

Frequency

Front

In which medium does a sound wave travel the fastest?

Back

Solid

Front

Why is the sky blue?

Back

The blue color in sunlight is scattered in the atmosphere: The Raleigh Effect.

Front

What is the highest point of a wave called?

Back

Crest

Front

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

Back

Wavelength

Front

What is the term for the energy carried by a wave?

Back

Wave energy

Front

What is the relationship between frequency and wavelength in a wave?

Back

Higher frequency means shorter wavelength.

Front

What is the term for the speed at which a wave travels through a medium?

Back

Wave speed