Transverse and Longitudinal Waves

• What are the two types of wave cores mentioned?

  Transverse and Longitudinal
• In transverse waves, how are oscillations oriented relative to energy transfer?

  Oscillations are perpendicular to energy transfer
• What types of waves are classified as transverse waves?

  Electromagnetic waves, ripples, and water waves
• In longitudinal waves, how are oscillations oriented relative to energy transfer?

  Oscillations are parallel to energy transfer
• What is a key characteristic of longitudinal waves?

  They involve compressions and refraction
• What is the equation for wave speed?

  Wave speed (V) = frequency (F) X wavelength
• What do the variables in the wave speed equation represent?

  Frequency and wavelength
• What is the unit of wave speed?

  m/s
• What is the unit of frequency?

  Hz
• What is the unit of wavelength?

  m