Waves Flashcards
1
Q
Waves ________ energy from 1 place to another.
A
Transfer.
2
Q
Name the 2 types of waves.
A
- Transverse wave.
2. Longitudinal wave.
3
Q
Define “line of propagation”.
A
Central line through which wave goes.
4
Q
Give 2 examples of a transverse wave.
A
- Light.
2. Tidal waves.
5
Q
Give 2 examples of a longitudinal wave.
A
- Sound.
2. Seismic waves.
6
Q
What is one wavelength?
A
A repeated point in a wave.
7
Q
Transverse waves have ______ and _______.
A
- Peaks.
2. Troughs.
8
Q
Longitudinal waves have __________ and ______ _________.
A
- Compressions.
2. Rare factions.
