Waves Test Review

Front

What is the material that some waves travel through, such as the type of solid, liquid, or gas?

Back

Medium

Front

What are the high points of a transverse wave called?

Back

Crest (peak)

Front

What do we call an object that allows light to pass through completely?

Back

Transparent

Front

What does the letter A on a wave diagram typically represent?

Back

Crest

Front

What are the low points of a transverse wave called?

Back

Trough

Front

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

Back

Wavelength

Front

What is the height of a wave from its rest position to its crest?

Back

Amplitude

Front

What type of wave moves the medium in the same direction as the wave travels?

Back

Longitudinal wave

Front

What type of wave moves the medium perpendicular to the direction of the wave?

Back

Transverse wave

Front

What is an example of a medium that sound waves can travel through?

Back

Air, water, or solid materials