Topic 4 - Waves - Wave Amplitude Flashcards
1
Q
What is the amplitude of a wave
A
The maximum disturbance from its equilibrium position
Or
The maximum distance moved from it’s equilibrium position
2
Q
What is amplitude measured in
A
Meters
3
Q
What does the amplitude of a wave dictate
A
How much energy / power it has
4
Q
The bigger the amplitude and the
A
Bigger the intensity of the wave
5
Q
What is amplitude allways measured from
A
The centre of oscillation to the crest of the wave
