Topic 7: Transverse waves Flashcards
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Transverse wave
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A wave in which the particles of the medium vibrate at right angles to the direction of motion of the wave
A succession of transverse pulses
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Wavelength
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The distance between two successive points in phase
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Frequency
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The number of wave pulses per second
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Period
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The time taken for one complete wave pulse
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Amplitude
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The maximum displacement of a particle from its equilibrium posistion
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Crest
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Highest point (peak) on a wave
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Through
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Lowest point on a wave
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In phase
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two points in phase are separated by a whole number multiple of complete wavelengths
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Out of phase
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Points that are not separated by a whole number multiple of complete wavelengths
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Wave speed
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the distance travelled by a point on a wave per unit time
