Wave Properties Worksheet
Explore the fundamental properties of waves, including amplitude, wavelength, frequency, and speed, with this Grade 11 science worksheet.
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1. Which of the following best describes a transverse wave?
Particles oscillate parallel to the direction of wave propagation.
Particles oscillate perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation.
Energy is transferred by the movement of particles in a circular motion.
The wave requires a medium to travel.
2. What is the relationship between wave speed (v), frequency (f), and wavelength (λ)?
v = f + λ
v = f / λ
v = f * λ
v = λ - f
3. The maximum displacement of a particle from its equilibrium position in a wave is called the .
4. The number of complete oscillations or cycles a wave makes in one second is known as its .
5. A wave has a frequency of 50 Hz and a wavelength of 0.5 meters. Calculate its speed.
6. Distinguish between a longitudinal wave and a transverse wave. Provide an example of each.
7. Sound waves are an example of transverse waves.
True
False
8. The amplitude of a wave is directly proportional to its energy.
True
False
Match the wave property with its definition.
9. Wavelength
a. The time it takes for one complete wave cycle.
10. Frequency
b. The distance between two consecutive crests or troughs.
11. Period
c. The number of wave cycles per unit time.
12. Amplitude
d. The maximum displacement from the equilibrium position.
13. A rope is tied to a wall, and a student creates a wave by shaking the free end. If the student shakes the rope more vigorously, what wave property is primarily affected, and how?