Properties Of Waves Flashcards
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Wavelength
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The distance between the crest/trough of one wave and the crest/trough of the next wave.
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Amplitude
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The height of a transverse wave from the center to a crest or trough.
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Frequency
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The number of waves passing a given point in a certain amount of time.
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Hertz
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Unit of measurement for frequency.
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Speed (of a wave)
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Describes how quickly a wave moves/how far it travels in a certain amount of time.
