Important terminology for waves Flashcards


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Vibration

Vibration is a mechanical phenomenon whereby oscillations occur about an equilibrium point.

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Pitch

Pitch can be taken as the measure of sound frequency expressed in terms of Hertz. Higher the frequency, higher the pitch.

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Amplitude

A measurement of the amount of energy transferred by a wave

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Frequency

The number of waves passing a point in a second measured in "Hertz"(where 1 hertz is one wave per second).

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Oscillation

The repetitive movement of something between 2 states or position

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Wave

A wave is a disturbance in a medium that carries energy without a net movement of particles.

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Loudness

The loudness of a sound is a phenomenon caused by the amplitude of the sound wave.

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Intensity

The rate at which it transfers energy divided by the area over which the energy is spread.

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Wavelength

The distance over which a waves shape repeats.