Trough

What is a Trough? Explained in an easy to understand way:

What is a Trough? - Easy to Understand

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Imagine you're trying to find the best time to shop in a busy supermarket to avoid the crowds. This scenario is similar to identifying the trough in a transverse wave, which is the lowest point just like finding the least busy shopping time. Just as you look for the lull in shopper activity to enjoy a quieter experience, the trough represents the point in the wave where the energy is at its lowest, akin to the supermarket being at its emptiest.

Trough Definition

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Trough Definition

Trough: The lowest part on a transverse wave is called the trough. A trough is the point where the wave is at its minimum displacement from the rest position.