Anatomy of a wave worksheet 2026

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2. Begin by entering your name, date, and period at the top of the worksheet. This personalizes your document and helps keep track of submissions.
3. In Part 1, refer to the diagram provided and fill in the blanks with the correct terms for each part of the wave: crest, trough, line of origin, wavelength, and amplitude. Use the definitions as a guide.
4. For Part 2, list the waves in order of increasing wavelength and amplitude. Ensure you understand each term to accurately arrange them.
5. In Part 3, identify the type of compression wave depicted and provide an example. This section encourages critical thinking about real-world applications.
6. Part 4 requires calculating frequency. Count the number of waves for each wave train and divide by time to find frequency. Input your answers directly into the fields provided.
7. Finally, in Part 5, use our platform's drawing tools to sketch two different waves on graph paper. Label all necessary components clearly for full credit.

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