Waves Flashcards
1
Q
Frequency
A
The number of waves passing point per second, measured in hertz
2
Q
Wavelength
A
The distance from a point of one wave to the same point on the next wave, measured in metres.
3
Q
Amplitude
A
The maximum displacement of a wave from rest position.
4
Q
Transverse wave
A
A wave in which the direction of oscillation is perpendicular to the direction of wave motion
5
Q
Longitudinal wave
A
A wave in which the direction of oscillation is parallel to the direction of wave motion
6
Q
Period of a wave
A
The time taken for one full wave to pass a point.
7
Q
Whats the law of reflection
A
The angle of incidence is equal to the angle of reflection when measured to the normal
