Transverse and Longitudinal waves Flashcards
1
Q
What is the amplitude
A
the maximum displacement of a point on a wave from an undisturbed position
2
Q
What is the wavelength
A
The distance between the same point on two waves
3
Q
What is the frequency
A
the number of complete waves passing a certain point per second
4
Q
How do you find the time period
A
1/f
5
Q
What are transverse waves
A
the oscillations are perpendicular to the direction of the energy transfer
6
Q
Example of a transverse wave
A
electromagnetic waves, ripples of water
7
Q
What is a longitudinal wave
A
the oscillations are parallel to the direction of the energy transfer
8
Q
Examples of a longitudinal wave
A
sound waves
9
Q
How do you work out the wave speed
A
f x wavelength(lambda)
