Longitudinal Waves

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What is a longitudinal wave?

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A type of wave in which the particles of the medium move parallel to the direction of the wave's propagation.

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What are compressions in a longitudinal wave?

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Regions where the particles of the medium are close together.

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What are rarefactions in a longitudinal wave?

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Regions where the particles of the medium are spread apart.

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What is wavelength in the context of longitudinal waves?

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The distance between two consecutive compressions or rarefactions.

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How do longitudinal waves differ from transverse waves?

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In longitudinal waves, particle movement is parallel to wave direction; in transverse waves, it is perpendicular.

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What is the amplitude of a longitudinal wave?

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The maximum distance the particles move from their rest position.

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Can sound waves be classified as longitudinal waves?

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Yes, sound waves are a common example of longitudinal waves.

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What is the speed of a wave?

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The distance a wave travels per unit of time, calculated as speed = wavelength × frequency.

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What is frequency in relation to waves?

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The number of complete wave cycles that pass a point in one second, measured in Hertz (Hz).

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What is the relationship between wavelength and frequency?

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As wavelength increases, frequency decreases, and vice versa, maintaining a constant wave speed.