LONGITUDINAL WAVE Flashcards
1
Q
Longitudinal waves
A
A longitudinal wave is a wave where the particles in the medium move parallel to the direction of propagation of the wave.
A longitudinal wave is seen best in a slinky spring.
2
Q
Define Compression
A
A compression is a region in a longitudinal wave where the particles are closest together.
3
Q
Define Rarefaction
A
A rarefaction is a region in a longitudinal wave where the particles are farthest apart.
4
Q
Differentiate between longitudinal and transverse waves.
A
Transverse waves are ones in which the particles travel perpendicular to the direction of the wave. Longitudinal waves are ones in which the particles travel parallel to the direction of the wave.
