Waves Flashcards
1
Q
Equation for Frequency:
A
f = 1/T
2
Q
Equation for wave speed:
A
V = fλ
3
Q
What is a transverse wave?
A
A wave that oscillates perpendicular to the direction of energy transfer
4
Q
Name three examples of transverse waves:
A
Light waves, ripples, radio waves. (Any electromagnetic waves)
5
Q
What is a longitudinal wave?
A
A wave that oscillates parallel to the direction of energy transfer (contains areas of compression!)
6
Q
Name three examples of longitudinal waves.
A
Sound waves, ultrasound waves, Seismic-P waves, tsunami waves,…
7
Q
What is a time period?
A
The time it takes for one complete oscillation to occur (e.g. crest-to-crest).
