Wave Properties Flashcard

Front

What is the cyclic type of movement called?

Back

Simple Harmonic Motion

Front

What is the distance between the crests of a wave called?

Back

Wavelength

Front

What is the unit of frequency usually shortened to?

Back

Hz

Front

What does the amplitude of a wave represent?

Back

Energy of the source

Front

What is the speed of a wave usually given the symbol?

Back

V

Front

Define wavelength in the context of waves.

Back

Wavelength is the distance between two consecutive crests or troughs in a wave.

Front

What is frequency in relation to waves?

Back

Frequency is the number of waves that pass a point in one second, measured in Hertz (Hz).

Front

Explain amplitude in wave properties.

Back

Amplitude is the maximum displacement of points on a wave from its rest position, indicating the energy of the wave.

Front

What is the relationship between wavelength and frequency?

Back

Wavelength and frequency are inversely related; as wavelength increases, frequency decreases, and vice versa.

Front

What is the formula for wave speed?

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Wave speed (v) = Wavelength (λ) × Frequency (f).