Crest and trough
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Any type of wave can have peaks and valleys, including electromagnetic waves like light and radio waves, as well as mechanical waves like sound and ocean waves. Peaks represent the highest points of a wave, while valleys represent the lowest points.
Transverse waves have peaks and valleys. In a transverse wave, the peaks represent the highest points of the wave, while the valleys represent the lowest points. Examples of transverse waves include electromagnetic waves like light and radio waves, as well as water waves.
Yes, electromagnetic waves have peaks and valleys in their oscillating patterns. The peaks represent the maximum amplitude of the wave, while the valleys represent the minimum amplitude. This oscillation occurs as the wave propagates through space.
Sound waves with peaks that are close together produce a high-pitched sound.
When waves have a longer wavelength, it causes the peaks to be further apart. This means that the distance between successive wave crests is greater, resulting in peaks that are more spaced out.