Wave Calculations Practice

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What is a wave crest?

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The highest point of a wave.

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What is the frequency of a wave?

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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 a longitudinal wave?

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

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What is a transverse wave?

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

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What do all waves carry as they travel?

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Energy.

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How do you calculate wave speed?

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Wave speed = frequency × wavelength.

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What is wavelength?

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The distance between two consecutive crests or troughs in a wave.

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What is amplitude?

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The maximum displacement of points on a wave from its rest position.

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What is the relationship between frequency and period?

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Frequency is the inverse of the period; frequency (f) = 1/period (T).

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What is the formula for calculating frequency?

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Frequency (f) = 1/Time period (T).