1
Q
What is the description of a transverse wave?
A
Oscillations perpendicular to direction of energy transfer
2
Q
What is the description of a longitudinal wave?
A
Oscillations parallel to direction of energy transfer
3
Q
What is frequency measured in?
A
Hertz (Hz)
4
Q
What is wavelength measured in?
A
Metres (m)
5
Q
What is wave speed measured in?
A
Metres per second (m/s)
6
Q
Equation to find frequency
A
F = speed / wavelength
7
Q
Equation to find wavelength
A
Wavelength = speed / f
8
Q
Equation to find speed
A
Speed = f * wavelength
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