Question

the graphs below represent two waves. the waves are traveling at the same speed through the same medium. compare the waves. the amplitude is... the frequency is...

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze amplitude

Amplitude is the maximum displacement from the equilibrium position. In Wave 1, the maximum displacement (amplitude) is larger than that in Wave 2.

Step2: Analyze frequency

Frequency is the number of complete cycles per unit length. Wave 2 has more cycles in the same length of the graph (same medium length), so it has a higher frequency.

Answer:

• The amplitude is: greater for Wave 1
• The frequency is: greater for Wave 2