B6 - Waves Flashcards
1
Q
2 types of waves
A
Longitudinal and Transverse
2
Q
What is amplitude
A
The furthest point the wave vibrates from the undisturbed position
3
Q
What is wavelength
A
The distance from a point on one wave to the equivalent point on the adjacent wave
4
Q
What is Frequency
A
The number of waves passing a point each second
5
Q
What is waves speed
A
Speed at which a wave moves through a medium
6
Q
On the lower end of the spectrum, what is the frequency and wavelength
A
Lower Frequency
Longer Wavelength
7
Q
On the higher end of the spectrum, what is the frequency and wavelength
A
Higher Frequency
Shorter Wavelength
