Characteristics of Waves

Front

What is the relationship between frequency, wavelength, and speed of a wave?

Back

They are related by a mathematical formula: Speed = Frequency x Wavelength.

Front

What does a motorboat's propeller transfer to calm water to create a wave?

Back

Energy.

Front

What is the distance between two corresponding parts of a wave called?

Back

Wavelength.

Front

What is the term for the number of waves that pass a given point in a certain amount of time?

Back

Frequency.

Front

What is the maximum distance the medium vibrates from its rest position?

Back

Amplitude.

Front

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

Back

Longitudinal wave.

Front

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

Back

Transverse wave.

Front

What is the unit of frequency?

Back

Hertz (Hz).

Front

What happens to the wavelength if the frequency of a wave increases?

Back

The wavelength decreases.

Front

What is the formula to calculate wave speed?

Back

Wave Speed = Frequency x Wavelength.