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Physics Wave Properties Terms

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1Pulse WaveA non-repeating wave
2Periodic WaveRegular repeating wave
3AmplitudeMax movement/ displacement from rest position
4CycleOne complete motion of an object; for cycle to occur the object must make regular repeated motion
5WavelengthDistance from one point on wave to next (m); crest to crest or trough to trough
6Frequency (f)how frequently a wave and its source vibrates; measured in Hertz (Hz); number of times/second
7Period (T)time it takes for one complete cycle to occur; measure in (s)
8Transverse Wavewave disturbance is at right angles in the direction of the moon
9Longitudinal/Compression WaveWave disturbance is in the same direction of motion
10ReflectionWhen a wave hits an object/boundary and is reflected back
11RefractionChange of direction in a wave as it enters a new medium

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