Learning Objectives
- Amplitude changes wave height.
- Frequency changes waves per second.
- Higher tension makes waves travel faster.
PhysicsMiddle / High School10 min
Wave on a String
Draw a moving wave and connect wave speed, frequency, and wavelength.
Live Values
Amplitude
40
Frequency
1.5 Hz
Wavelength
59.6
Wave speed
89.4
Formula
v = fλ
λ = v / f = 59.6
Try this
Create a wave with wavelength close to 80.
Wavelength is too small. Reduce frequency or increase tension.
Tags
AmplitudeFrequencyTensionv = fλ