The Wave Equation (AQA GCSE Physics Combined Science): Flashcards

Speed at which energy is transferred through medium

$v = f \lambda$

Distance travelled ÷ time taken

Different reaction times between observers

Use multiple observers and calculate mean value

Distance between same points on two consecutive waves

Distance from equilibrium to maximum displacement

Number of waves passing a point per second

Time for one complete wave to pass a point

$T = \frac{1}{f}$

Distance from crest to crest (or trough to trough)

Height from equilibrium line to crest or trough

Wave velocity increases

Wave velocity increases

Inversely proportional