Two or More Waves Moving Together Have Wavefronts Flashcards
1
Q
When is it useful to talk about wavefronts?
A
When there are multiple waves moving together in the same direction
2
Q
What are wavefronts?
A
Imaginary planes that cut across all the waves, connecting the points on adjacent waves which are vibrating together
3
Q
What is the distance between each wavefront equal to?
A
One wavelength
4
Q
Each wavefront is at the…
A
Same point in the cycle
