Wave Basics
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Wave speed is calculated by dividing the ______ of the wave by its period.

wavelength

The distance a wave has traveled from the starting point is called its ______.

distance

The maximum displacement of a wave is known as its ______.

amplitude

Waves transfer ______ from one place to another, but not matter.

<p>energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

The two types of waves discussed are ______ and longitudinal waves.

<p>transverse</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes waves?

<p>They transfer energy but not matter from one place to another</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between distance and displacement in a wave?

<p>Distance is how far the wave has traveled from the starting point, while displacement is how far the wave has oscillated</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the amplitude of a wave?

<p>The maximum displacement of the wave</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is wave speed calculated?

<p>By multiplying the frequency of the wave by its wavelength</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two types of waves discussed in the video?

<p>Transverse and longitudinal waves</p> Signup and view all the answers

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