Transverse and Longitudinal Waves (Leaving Cert Physics): Flashcards

Energy without transferring matter

Particles vibrate at right angles to wave direction

Particles vibrate parallel to wave direction

Highest point above rest position

Lowest point below rest position

Maximum displacement from rest position

Distance from one point to corresponding point on next wave

Regions where particles pushed closer together

Regions where particles spread further apart

Number of complete oscillations per second (Hz)

Time taken for one complete oscillation (s)

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

Energy $\propto$ (amplitude)$^2$

4 times bigger

Proved electromagnetic waves exist