Across
- 2. the unit of the frequency
- 4. a mechanical wave that propagates along the interface between differing media
- 8. the bottom and lowest point of a transverse wave
- 10. diminution in the density of something, especially air or a gas
- 14. the length measured between crests in a wave
- 17. a wave that transfers energy through a medium
- 19. an elastic wave in the earth produced by an earthquake or other means
- 20. a moving body of water
- 21. the 1st of two waves, called the p wave, usually arrives 1st
Down
- 1. a wave vibrating in the direction of propagation
- 3. when something starts to shake or move
- 4. a tool used to measure and take data on
- 5. the tip and highest point of a transverse wave
- 6. something being pushed or composed together
- 7. the 2nd of two waves, called the s wave, usually arrives 2nd
- 9. a wave vibrating at right angles to the direction of its propagation
- 11. the maximum extent of a vibration or oscillation, measured from the position of equilibrium
- 12. the number of waves that passed one point in a minute
- 13. a massive wave usually caused by earthquakes or volcanic eruptions, very dangerous
- 15. the throwing back by a body or surface of light, heat, or sound without absorbing it
- 16. a substance that makes possible the transfer of energy from one location to another, especially through waves.
- 18. the power used in things such as creating light, heat, etc.
