PhysicsChapter 3: Waves
Transverse
Introduction
In a transverse wave, particles of the medium vibrate perpendicular to the direction in which the wave travels. For example, if a wave travels horizontally along a rope, the rope may move vertically up and down.
Definition
Crest and Trough
The highest point is called a **crest. The lowest point is called a trough**.
Examples
* waves on a stretched rope; * electromagnetic waves; * S seismic waves.
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TRANSVERSE
- Perpendicular
TOP
- Crest
BOTTOM
- Trough
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- Particle vibration ⟂ wave direction.
- Crest = top.
- Trough = bottom.
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