Types of Wave
Transverse Waves
- (light, water, strings)
- Vibrations are at 90° to the direction of wave travel
Longitudinal Waves
- (sound, slinky spring)
- Vibrations are along the same direction as wave travel
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This video explains the types of waves
Characteristics of Waves
Waves carry energy from one place to another
Amplitude, a - The distance from the middle to either the trough or peak
Wavelength, (metres) - The distance of one full cycle of a wave
Frequency, f (Hertz, Hz) - The number of waves that pass a point in 1 second
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