Other Properties of Transverse Waves (Grade 10 NSC Matric Physical Sciences): Flashcards

Points separated by whole wavelengths, behave identically

Distance between any two adjacent points in phase

Time for two successive crests/troughs to pass a fixed point

seconds (s), symbol: $T$

Number of crests/troughs passing a point in 1 second

hertz (Hz), symbol: $f$

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

Distance a wave travels per unit time

metres per second (m⋅s⁻¹)

$v = f \times \lambda$