Wave Crest

Real World Example

Imagine you're trying to find the peak of a roller coaster ride, the point where the excitement and the view are at their highest. This peak is similar to the crest of a transverse wave, which represents the highest point of the wave's oscillation. Just as the roller coaster's peak is the most elevated and thrilling part of the ride, the wave crest is the pinnacle of the wave's upward motion, indicating the maximum displacement from the wave's equilibrium position.