Properties of Waves Flashcards
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Wavelength
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The distance between two corresponding parts of a wave
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Amplitude
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The hight 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 that pass a given point in a certain amount if 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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How far the wave travels in a given amount if time
