2. definition
A wave is a wiggle in space and time.
A wave is an oscillation (a repeated
disturbance).
3. what does the waving?
1. mechanical waves
the wave disturbance occurs in a medium
(substance)
e.g., pressure disturbance in air (sound waves)
disturbance of water surface (water waves)
2. electromagnetic waves
require no medium
e.g., light, x-rays
4. what direction is the waving done in?
There are two directions associated
with waves.
1. propagation direction
Where the wave goes.
Where the energy goes.