Electromagnetic Waves

Wave

A disturbance that transfers energy through matter or space.

Electromagnetic Wave

An invisible wave of electric and magnetic fields that interact with one another

What is the relationship between a wave's frequency and the amount of energy it carries?

As frequency increases, the amount of energy carried by the wave increases(direct relationship).

What is the relationship between a wave's frequency and its wavelength?

As wavelength increases, frequency decreases(indirect relationship).

What is the relationship between a wave's wavelength and the amount of energy it carries

As wavelength increases, the amount of energy carried by the wave decreases(indirect relationship).

Crest

Highest point of a wave

Trough

Lowest point of a wave

Amplitude

The height of a wave

Frequency(units)

The number of waves produced in a given. -It is measured in hertz.

What is the relationship between a wave's amplitude and the amount of energy it carries?

as amplitude increases, the amount of energy carried by the wave increases(direct relationship).

Wavelength

Horizontal distance between the crests or between the troughs.