that satisfies the one-dimensional wave equation; where 
is the amplitude, 
is the angular wavenumber, 
is the angular frequency, and 
is the phase constant. [P5.6]
is: a 'disturbance' that varies with position and time, and satisfies a wave equation. [P5.6]
is exemplified: by a sinusoidal transverse displacement wave that satisfies the one-dimensional wave equation; where is the amplitude, is the angular wavenumber, is the angular frequency, and is the phase constant. [P5.6]
See travelling wave and standing wave.
See also periodic wave and solitary wave.
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