Wave Def Flashcards
1
Q
Transfer energy without transferring matter
A
Wave
2
Q
The highest point or peak of a wave
A
Crest
3
Q
The lowest point or Valley have a wave
A
Trough
4
Q
The distance from the resting point to the crest of the wave
A
Amplitude
5
Q
The distance from the crest to crest or Trough to trough in wave
A
Wave length
6
Q
The number of waves that pass a given point in a set period of time
A
Frequency
7
Q
Time for a complete cycle to pass a given point
A
Period
8
Q
Matter through which a Mechanical wave travels 
A
Medium
9
Q
P
A
