Physics: Waves and Oscillations

Flashcards covering basic concepts of waves, their properties, types of waves, and mechanical waves with examples from the introductory physics notes.

How is a wave defined?

A wave is a phenomenon in which energy is transferred from one place to another without total migration of the particle of the medium.

What is an important property of a wave?

An important property of a wave is that it transfers energy.

What are the two types of waves listed in the notes?

Mechanical waves and electromagnetic waves.

What are mechanical waves?

The waves which require a material medium for their transmission (also called elastic waves).

What is another name used for mechanical waves?

Elastic waves.

What are three examples of mechanical waves given in the notes?

Sound waves, ripples on a water surface, and vibrations in a string.