Extra_Types of Waves

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periodic wave

series of disturbances at regular time intervals

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transverse wave

disturbance perpendicular to direction of travel

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longitudinal wave

disturbance parallel to direction of travel

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label amplitude, wavelength, crest, rest position, and trough

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label rest position, compression, rarefaction

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surface wave

displacement perpendicular and parallel (water)

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electromagnetic wave

electrical and magnetic energy (light, radio, microwave), do not require a medium for travel

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incident wave

approach a boundary

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reflected waves

reflected

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standing wave

incident waves interfering with reflected waves create pattern

constant amplitude and wavelength, reflect off fixed or free

specific “harmonic” frequencies (others will cause irregular motion)