Lesson 2 Flashcards
0
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Wave length
A
The distance over which the wave shape repeats.
1
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Amplitude
A
A measure of how far partials in the medium move away from normal rest position.
2
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Wave period
A
The time it takes for one cycle.
3
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Frequency
A
Tells you how many cycles occur in a amount of time most commonly 1s.
4
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Hertz
A
Frequency is measured in hertz.
5
Q
Wave fronts
A
The peak can be drawn as shapes, such as circles or spheres, called wave fronts.
