Waves Flashcards
1
Q
Wavelength
A
The distance between the same point on consecutive waves. Often measured from crest to crest, or trough to trough.
2
Q
crest
A
The highest point on a waveform.
3
Q
trough
A
The lowest point on a waveform.
4
Q
frequency
A
The number of wavelengths that pass a fixed point in 1 second.
5
Q
amplitude
A
The vertical distance between the crest or trough, and the reference line.
6
Q
reference line
A
The line or position of the medium when it is at rest
7
Q
medium
A
The material that waves are traveling through
