Waves Flashcards
1
Q
Crest
A
The highest point on a waveform
2
Q
Trough
A
The lowest point on a waveform
3
Q
Wavelength
A
The distance between the same point on consecutive waves. Often measured from crest to crest, or trough to trough
4
Q
Frequency
A
The number of wavelengths that pass a fixed point in 1 second
5
Q
Amplitude
A
The vertical distance between the crest or trough, and the reference line
6
Q
Reference Line
A
The line or position of the medium when it is at rest
7
Q
Medium
A
The material that waves are traveling through
