Question

question 22 of 33 which of the following best describes the frequency of a wave? a. the distance between two adjacent troughs of the wave b. the time for a particle to undergo one complete wave oscillation c. the maximum displacement of a particle as the wave passes d. the number of wave troughs that pass a position in one second

Explanation:

The frequency of a wave is defined as the number of complete wave cycles (which can be measured by the number of wave troughs or crests) that pass a given point in one second. Option A describes wavelength, option B describes the period, and option C describes the amplitude.

Answer:

D. The number of wave troughs that pass a position in one second