waves Flashcards
1
Q
Waves
A
vibrations that transfer energy and information to direction of travelling.
2
Q
ampltude
A
displacement from rest to crest or trough
3
Q
wavelength
A
full cycle of wave, from compression to compression
4
Q
frequency
A
number of complete cycles of wave passing per second, measured in hertz, 1hz is 1 wave
5
Q
period
A
number of seconds take for full cycle to pass point.
Period=1/frequency
