Wave Properties & Sound Waves

Front

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

Back

The frequency decreases.

Front

What measurement increases when a sound is louder?

Back

Amplitude.

Front

What is the term for the highest point of a wave?

Back

Crest.

Front

What is the term for the lowest point of a wave?

Back

Trough.

Front

What is the term for the distance between two consecutive crests or troughs?

Back

Wavelength.

Front

What is the term for the amount of energy a wave carries, which affects its loudness?

Back

Amplitude.

Front

What is the term for the regions of a longitudinal wave where particles are close together?

Back

Compression.

Front

What is the term for the regions of a longitudinal wave where particles are spread apart?

Back

Rarefaction.

Front

If you want to change the pitch of a sound, which property must you change?

Back

Frequency.

Front

What is the relationship between frequency and wavelength in a wave?

Back

As frequency increases, wavelength decreases.