The Wave Equation Flashcards
1
Q
Wave speed is defined as
A
The distance travelled by a wave each second
2
Q
Wave speed is given the symbol __ and is measured in __
A
symbol ν
measured in metres per second (m/s)
3
Q
Wave speed is
A
the speed at which energy is transferred through a medium
4
Q
The wave speed equation is
A
Wave speed = frequency x wavelength (v = f x λ)
5
Q
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