Waves 6th Grade

Front

What does a wave transfer?

Back

Energy

Front

What is the term for the change in direction of a wave when it passes from one medium to another?

Back

Refraction

Front

What does Hertz (Hz) measure?

Back

Frequency

Front

When the particles of a medium vibrate perpendicular to the direction of the wave, what type of wave is it?

Back

Transverse wave

Front

What is the lowest point of a transverse wave called?

Back

Trough

Front

What is a wave?

Back

A disturbance that transfers energy through space or matter.

Front

What is the highest point of a transverse wave called?

Back

Crest

Front

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

Back

Wavelength

Front

What type of wave requires a medium to travel through?

Back

Mechanical wave

Front

What is the term for the amount of energy a wave carries?

Back

Amplitude