Waves Flashcards

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Crest

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The highest point on a waveform

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Trough

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The lowest point on a waveform

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Wavelength

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The distance between the same point on consecutive waves. Often measured from crest to crest, or trough to trough

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4
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Frequency

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The number of wavelengths that pass a fixed point in 1 second

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Amplitude

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The vertical distance between the crest or trough, and reference line

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6
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Reference Line

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The line or position of the medium when it is at rest

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Medium

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The material that waves are traveling through

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