Parts of Waves
Use this page to record what you've learned about the basic parts of every wave. Use "Heading Two" for subtitles, and consider including information on crest, trough, amplitude, wavelength and frequency. Be sure to describe how these different elements relate to one another and how each can be changed.
Crest
The crest is the highest point of a wave.
Trough
The trough is the lowest point of a wave.
Wavelength
Wavelength is the distance from one wave crest to the very next crest. Wavelength could also be from trough to trough.
Frequency
Frequency is the number of waves passing a fixed point in a certain amount of time.
Amplitude
Amplitude is the distance the medium moves above or below its position of rest.
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