5-2 Flashcards
0
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Wavelength
A
The distance over which the waves shape repeats.
1
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Amplitude
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A measure of how far particles in the medium move away from their normal rest position.
2
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Wave period
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The time required for 1 cycle.
3
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Frequency
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Tells how many cycles occur in an amount of time.
4
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Hertz
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The unit frequency is measured in.
5
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Wave fronts
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Peaks drawn as shapes such as circles or spheres.
6
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Wave speed
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The speed at which a wave travels.
