Wave Properties Flashcards

Flashcards about waves, energy transfer, and wave properties like amplitude, wavelength, frequency, and types of waves.

Energy Transfer in Waves

Waves transfer energy from one place to another without transferring matter.

Amplitude

Maximum displacement of a wave from its equilibrium point.

Wavelength

Distance of one complete oscillation of a wave.

Crest

Highest point of a wave.

Trough

Lowest point of a wave.

Time Period

Time taken for one complete oscillation.

Frequency

Number of complete oscillations per second, measured in Hertz (Hz).

Wave Speed Equation

Wave speed is equal to wavelength multiplied by frequency.

Transverse Waves

Waves with oscillations perpendicular to the direction of energy transfer (e.g., light waves, water waves).

Longitudinal Waves

Waves with oscillations parallel to the direction of energy transfer (e.g., sound waves).