To accurately complete the statement based on the diagram, we need to identify which characteristic of the bottom wave is greater compared to another wave in the diagram. Here's a brief explanation of each option:
- Frequency: This refers to how many waves pass a point in one second.
- Trough: This is the lowest point of a wave; while we can compare the troughs of two waves, it’s not a common comparison like amplitude or wavelength.
- Amplitude: This refers to the height of the wave from the rest position to the crest; it represents the wave's energy.
- Wavelength: This is the distance between two consecutive points of the same phase on the wave (like crest to crest or trough to trough).
If the bottom wave is depicted as taller or more spaced out than the other wave, it likely has a greater amplitude or wavelength.
Since the specific diagram isn't provided, if we assume that the bottom wave appears taller, then the correct completion would be:
amplitude.
If it appears longer in length, then it would be:
wavelength.
Please refer to your diagram to make the correct choice.
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