part a

for a wave, what term is defined as the maximum height of a crest, or depth of a trough, relative to the normal level?

period
amplitude
frequency
wavelength
wave velocity

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part a

for a wave, what term is defined as the maximum height of a crest, or depth of a trough, relative to the normal level?

period
amplitude
frequency
wavelength
wave velocity

Accepted Answer

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period

amplitude

frequency

wavelength

wave velocity

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Identify the definition of wave parameters

Match the given definition to the correct term

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