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1 A vibration or disturbance that transfers energy.
WAVES A vibration or disturbance that transfers energy.

2 Types of Waves Transverse  Also known as Electromagnetic. The energy travels at right angles to the motion of the wave. Travels through a vacuum. Light is an example. Longitudinal  Also known as Compressional waves. The energy travels in the same direction as the motion of the wave. Must have a medium to travel through. Sound is an example.

3 Parts of Waves Electromagnetic: Longitudinal:

4 Speed of a wave Velocity = Frequency times wavelength v = ƒ λ
Problem: How fast is a wave traveling that has a 245 Hertz frequency and a wavelength of 1.4m?


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