Questions and Answers
What is the top of the wave called?
What is the bottom of the wave called?
What is amplitude?
Distance of the crest to base line or trough to baseline
What is meant by a base line in wave terminology?
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What does wavelength refer to?
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What are transverse waves?
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Study Notes
Parts of a Transverse Wave
- Crest: The highest point of a wave, representing maximum energy.
- Trough: The lowest point of a wave, indicating the minimum energy.
- Amplitude: Measurement of the wave height, calculated as the distance from the crest to the baseline or from the trough to the baseline.
- Base line: An imaginary midline that separates the crest and trough, acting as a reference point for amplitude.
- Wavelength: The distance between successive crests or troughs, indicating the spatial period of the wave.
- Transverse waves: A type of wave that moves energy at right angles to its propagation direction, commonly observed in water waves and electromagnetic waves.
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Explore the essential components of transverse waves with these flashcards. Each card highlights a key term, such as crest, trough, and amplitude, along with their definitions. Perfect for students looking to strengthen their understanding of wave properties.
