Waves Flashcards
1
Q
What does a wave do?
A
Transfers energy from one place to another
2
Q
Oscillation
A
Repeated movement of a particle about a fixed point
3
Q
Longitudinal wave
A
Wave where oscillations are parallel
4
Q
Transverse wave
A
Wave where oscillations are at 90* (right angle)
5
Q
Mechanical wave
A
Travels through a medium (solid, liquid or gas)
6
Q
Crest/peak
A
Top of the wave
7
Q
Trough
A
Lowest point of the wave
8
Q
Amplitude
A
Vertical distance from center line and peak/trough
9
Q
Wave speed=
A
Frequency x wave length
