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Wave Basics

Connor Hardy English 7 cards

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1DisplacementSymbol: x
Measured In: Metres (m)
Definition: How far a point on the wave has moved from its undisturbed position
2AmplitudeSymbol: A
Measured In: Metres (m)
Definition: The maximum magnitude of the displacement, i.e. the distance from the undisturbed position to the crest.
3WavelengthSymbol: Lambda
Measured In: Metres (m)
Definition: The length of one whole wave oscillation or wave cycle
4PeriodSymbol: T
Measured In: Seconds (s)
Definition: The time taken for one whole wave cycle.
5FrequencySymbol: f
Measured In: Hertz (Hz)
Definition: The number of whole wave cycles per second passing the given point.
6PhaseDefinition: A measurement of the position of a certain point along the wave cycle.
7Phase DifferenceDefinition: The amount by which one wave lags behind another wave.

Description: Flashcards on Wave Basics, created by Connor Hardy on 07/02/2017.
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