Parts of the Wave Flashcard

Front

This is the highest part of the wave.  Number 3 in the diagram.

Back

Crest

Front

This is the measurement from trough to trough or crest to crest. Number 1 in the diagram.

Back

Wavelength

Front

This is the farthest away a wave can move from its resting point in either direction. Number 2 in the diagram.

Back

Amplitude

Front

This is the lowest point of a wave. Number 4 in the diagram.

Back

Trough 

Front

This is the place where the wave meets the medium. It is not numbered in the diagram but is shown.

Back

Resting Point

Front

A mechanical wave requires a ________.

Back

Medium

Front

True or False: Transverse waves can travel through  space as well as a medium.

Back

True

Front

Which part of a wave is represented by the letter D? Options: Crest, Wavelength, Trough, Amplitude

Back

Trough

Front

What part of the wave is represented by the line segment B - D?

Back

complete wave

Front

Which part of the wave is represented by the letter F? Options: trough, crest, resting point, amplitude

Back

crest