Wave Basics Flashcards
1
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The Amplitude is…
A
the place fro the rest position to the crest
2
Q
The Wavelength is…
A
the length of a full cycle of the wave, eg. from crest to crest
3
Q
The Frequency is…
A
the number of complete waves passing a certain point per secord
4
Q
Frequency is measured in…
A
Hz (1 Hz is 1 wave per second)
5
Q
Transverse waves have…
A
sideways vibrations, perpendicular to the direction of the wave
6
Q
Longitudinal waves have…
A
vibrations parallel to the direction of the wave
7
Q
Equation: Wave speed (m/s) =
A
Frequency (Hz) x Wavelength (m)