Waves Flashcards
1
Q
Transverse wave moves …
A
In a direction at right angles to the way in which the particles vibrate
2
Q
Longitudinal
A
Moves in same direction as vibration of particles
3
Q
Wavelength units, symbol and definition
A
Meters, lambda, distance between 2 successive poins on a wave
4
Q
Amplitude units, symbol and definition
A
Meters, A, center line to top (equilibrium to maximum)
5
Q
Frequency units, symbol and definition
A
Hz, f, how many waves per second
6
Q
Period, units, symbol
A
Sec, T,
7
Q
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8
Q
Em spectrum going from left to right increases in…
Decrease in…
A
Increases in frequency
Decrease in wavelength
