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.