Amplitude
The amplitude of a wave is the maximum displacement of a particle.
It’s basically ‘the highest/lowest it can get’.
See also:
- longitudinal particle displacement
- transverse particle displacement
- wave oscillation
- wave energy propagation
flashcards
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Amplitude (wave property) | The amplitude of a wave is the maximum displacement of a particle.\nIt’s basically ‘the highest/lowest it can get’. |
| What does amplitude measure in a wave? | The maximum displacement of a particle from its equilibrium position. |
| How would you simply describe the amplitude of a wave? | It’s basically ‘the highest/lowest it can get’. |