Properties of Waves Flashcards
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Wavelength
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The distance between 2 corresponding parts of a wave.
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Amplitude
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The height of a transverse wave from the center to a crest or trough.
The maximum distance the particles of a medium move away from their rest position as a longitudinal wave passes through the medium.
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Frequency
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The number of waves that pass a given point on a certain amount of time.
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Hertz
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Unit of measurement for frequency.
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Speed
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How far a wave travels in a given amount of time.
