Physics waves Flashcards
The time for one full oscillation to occur is
Period
The units for frequency are measured in…
Hertz
The number of waves passing a point per second is the…
Frequency
What is the name for the top of a wave??
Crest
The number of wavelengths that pass a point per second is the…
Frequency
The time for one full oscillation to occur is??
Period
What is the bottom of a wave called??
Trough
What is the distance between the middle line and crest of a wave called??
Amplitude
Which type of wave has oscillations perpendicular to the direction of motion??
Transverse
True/False a wave with a greater frequency will have closer lines.
True
What is the time between one wave and the next
Period
What type of wave has oscillations parallel to the direction of motion??
Longitudinal
True/False waves with a lower frequency will be higher in length??
False
What does a wave transfer??
Energy only
