Intro to Waves & Wave Calculations

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the definition of wavelength?
Back
Wavelength is the distance between two consecutive crests or troughs in a wave.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What happens to the wavelength when the frequency of a wave increases?
Back
The wavelength decreases.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is amplitude in a wave?
Back
Amplitude is the maximum distance that points on a wave, such as crests or troughs, move from their rest position.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do you calculate the frequency of a wave?
Back
Frequency (f) can be calculated using the formula: f = velocity (v) / wavelength (λ).
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
If a wave has a wavelength of 3 m and is traveling at 60 m/s, what is its frequency?
Back
20 Hz.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the relationship between wave speed, frequency, and wavelength?
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Wave speed (v) is equal to the product of frequency (f) and wavelength (λ): v = f × λ.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the unit of frequency?
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The unit of frequency is Hertz (Hz), which represents cycles per second.
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