Transverse and Longitudinal Waves Flashcards
1
Q
what is the crest of a wave?
A
top of the wave
2
Q
What is the trough of the wave?
A
bottom of the wave
3
Q
What is wavelength?
A
Point from trough to trough or crest to crest
4
Q
What is frequency of the waves
A
Number of complete waves
5
Q
What are the oscillations in a longitudinal waves?
A
Parallel waves
6
Q
What are the oscillations of a transverse wave?
A
perpendicular at 90 degrees
