Amplitude and Wavelength

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What is Amplitude?

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Amplitude is the height of a wave from its rest position to its crest or trough. It measures the energy of the wave.

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What is Wavelength?

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Wavelength is the distance between two consecutive crests or troughs in a wave.

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What does a higher amplitude indicate about a wave?

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A higher amplitude indicates that the wave carries more energy.

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What does a longer wavelength mean?

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A longer wavelength means that the distance between crests or troughs is greater, which can affect the frequency.

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What is Frequency?

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Frequency is the number of wavelengths that pass a point in one second, measured in Hertz (Hz).

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How are amplitude and energy related?

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The greater the amplitude of a wave, the more energy it carries.

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What is a Crest in a wave?

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A crest is the highest point of a wave.

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What is a Trough in a wave?

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A trough is the lowest point of a wave.

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What happens to frequency if the wavelength increases?

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If the wavelength increases, the frequency decreases.

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What is the relationship between wavelength and frequency?

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Wavelength and frequency are inversely related; as one increases, the other decreases.