Waves Flashcard

Front

The matter (solid, liquid, or gas) through which waves can travel

Back

Medium

Front

What does a wave carry from place to place?

Back

energy

Front

The highest point on a transverse wave is the

Back

crest

Front

The lowest point on a transverse wave is the

Back

trough

Front

A wave that can travel through matter and empty space is a:

Back

electromagnetic wave

Front

What type of wave is this?

Back

Longitudinal

Front

What property of this wave is represented by the letter "A"?

Back

wavelength

Front

What property of the wave is represented by the letter "B"? Options: amplitude, crest, trough, wavelength

Back

amplitude

Front

The number of wavelengths that pass a point each per second is:

Back

frequency

Front

The type of waves that require a medium to pass:

Back

Mechanical Waves