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Label the parts of a transverse wave: crest, trough, wavelength, and amplitude.

Crest: Highest point of wave, Trough: Lowest point of wave, Wavelength: Distance between two crests (or troughs), Amplitude: Height from equilibrium to crest (or trough).

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Label the parts of a transverse wave: crest, trough, wavelength, and amplitude.

Crest: Highest point of wave, Trough: Lowest point of wave, Wavelength: Distance between two crests (or troughs), Amplitude: Height from equilibrium to crest (or trough).

Label the parts of a longitudinal wave: compression, rarefaction, and wavelength.

Compression: Region of high density, Rarefaction: Region of low density, Wavelength: Distance between two compressions (or rarefactions).

How do you calculate the velocity of a wave using wavelength and frequency?

Use the formula: v = λf, where v is velocity, λ is wavelength, and f is frequency.

How do you calculate the velocity of a wave using wavelength and period?

Use the formula: v = λ/T, where v is velocity, λ is wavelength, and T is the period.

What is the effect of increasing the amplitude of a wave?

Classically, the energy carried by the wave increases.

What happens to the wavelength of a wave if the frequency decreases, assuming constant velocity?

The wavelength increases.

What is required for mechanical waves to propagate?

A medium is required.