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Part of the wave where the wavelength goes down and the frequency goes up (correct)
Part of the wave where the wavelength goes up and the frequency goes down
A wave that travels perpendicular to the direction of propagation
Length of one compression to another

Length of one compression to another
Part of the wave where the wavelength goes down and the frequency goes up
A wave that travels parallel to the direction of propagation
Part of the wave where the wavelength goes up and the frequency goes down (correct)

Length of one compression to another

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Compression: Region in a longitudinal wave where particles are close together; results in decreased wavelength and increased frequency.
Rarefraction: Region in a longitudinal wave where particles are spread apart; leads to increased wavelength and decreased frequency.
Wavelength: The distance between two consecutive compressions; essential for understanding wave properties.
Longitudinal Wave: A type of wave that propagates parallel to its direction of travel; differs from transverse waves where motion is perpendicular.