Waves revision Flashcards
1
Q
Do waves move particles?
A
No, waves move energy from one place to another
2
Q
What is Wavelength, λ ?
A
distance from a point on a wave to an identical point on the next wave. Measured in metres (m)
3
Q
What is ampltude?
A
size of length from the centre line to the peak of a wave
4
Q
what is wave speed?
A
Distance travelled by a wavelength in one second . Measure in metres per second (m s-1)
5
Q
How can we calculate wave speed?
A
wave speed = distance
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time
6
Q
What is frequency measured in
A
Hertz (hz)
7
Q
How can we calculate frequency?
A
f= No. waves
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Time
