Properties of waves Flashcards
1
Q
Longitudinal wave
A
A wave that moves in the same direction as the direction in which the particles are vibrating.
2
Q
Transverse wave
A
A wave that moves in a direction at right angles to the way in which the particles are vibrating
3
Q
How do you calculate Time period?
A
Time period= 1/frequency
4
Q
How do you calculate wave speed?
A
Wave speed= Wave length x frequency
5
Q
How is sound created?
A
Air particles vibrate and collide with each other, causing the vibrations to pass between the air particles.
6
Q
How can we calculate the speed of sound?
A
Speed= Distance/time
7
Q
What is the value for the speed of sound?
A
330 m/s
8
Q
How can we calculate frequency from the ripple tank?
A
Count the number of waves that pass a point in 10 seconds, then divide it by ten
