1. The type of wave that does not require a medium is:

a) Standing
b) Electromagnetic
c) Mechanical


2. In a longitudinal wave, particles of the medium move:

a) Perpendicularly to the wave
b) 180 degrees out of phase
c) Parallel to the wave


3. The period of a wave is:

a) The frequency divided by 1
b) The same as the distance between the troughs
c) One divided by the frequency


4. The symbol for wavelength is:

a) "W"
b) Greek letter Lambda
c) Greek letter Omega