P6 Flashcards
What do waves do
All waves transfer energy from one place to another, but the direction does not move
Name thw two types of waves
Transverse and Longitudinal
Which type of wave oscillates perpendicular (at right angles) to the direction of energy transfer?
Transverse
Define frequency
The number of waves passing a fixed point every second
Define amplitude
The maximum displacement of a point on the wave from its undisturbed location
What are the units for frequency
Hz
What are the units for period
S
What are the units for wavelength
M
What are the units for wave speed
M/s
Which type of waves are electromagnetic waves
Transverse
Which type of EM wave has the longest wavelength
Radio
Which type of Em wave has the shortest wavelength
Gamma
Which type of EM had the highest frequency
Gamma rays
Which type of EM wave has the smallest frequency
Radio waves
What is refraction
Waves changing direction at a boundary
