Measuring Waves Flashcards
1
Q
How do you measure the frequency of a transverse wave?
A
It is the number of wave crests passing a point in one second.
2
Q
How do you measure the wavelength of a transverse wave?
A
The distance from one wave crest to the next.
3
Q
How do you measure the wavelength of a longitudinal wave?
A
The distance from one compression to the next.
4
Q
How do you measure the frequency if a longitudinal wave?
A
The number if compressions passing a point in one second.
5
Q
How do you measure the amplitude of a wave?
A
It is the height of the wave crest/depth of wave trough, from the position of rest.
6
Q
What are the units of frequency, wave speed and wavelength?
A
Frequency: Hertz
Wave speed: m/s
Wavelength: metres
