Waves Flashcards
1
Q
What is frequency measured in?
A
Hertz (Hz)
2
Q
What is the formula for wave speed?
A
wave speed = frequency x wavelength
3
Q
If a wave is longitudinal, what are the oscillations like?
A
Transverse
4
Q
What is the distance from the crest of one wave to another called?
A
The wavelength
5
Q
What is the lowest frequency in the normal range of human hearing?
A
20 Hz
6
Q
What type of electromagnetic radiation has the highest frequency?
A
Gamma
7
Q
What type of electromagnetic radiation have the longest wavelength?
A
Microwaves
8
Q
What is noticeable about types of electromagnetic radiation in a vacuum?
A
They all travel at the same speed
