Properties of Waves

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What are the main types of waves?
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The main types of waves are longitudinal and transverse waves.
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What is wavelength?
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Wavelength is the distance between successive crests (or troughs) of a wave.
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Define frequency in waves.
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Frequency is the number of wave crests passing a point per unit time and is measured in hertz (Hz).
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What does the amplitude of a wave signify?
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Amplitude signifies the maximum displacement of a point on the wave from its rest position.
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Differentiate between crest and trough in a wave.
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Crest is the highest point of a wave, while the trough is the lowest point.
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