Science Worksheet · Grades 6–9
Waves Worksheet
A printable science worksheet for grades 6-9 on waves. Students learn the parts of a wave from a labeled diagram, match eight clues, then answer four questions. A complete answer key is included.
Subject
Science
Grades
Grades 6–9
Skill Focus
Waves, physical science
Lesson Length
30 minutes
Lesson Overview
About this worksheet
A wave is a disturbance that carries energy from one place to another. This worksheet teaches the parts of a wave – crest, trough, wavelength, amplitude, and frequency – with a labeled wave diagram.
The reference box and Section A are on page 1. The reference box defines the terms and shows a labeled wave with the crest, trough, wavelength, and amplitude marked. Section A has eight clues to match to the correct term. Section B on page 2 has four short-response questions.
Page 3 is a complete answer key with answers for every item. The worksheet pairs well with the Sound and Light worksheets.
How to Use This Lesson
Read the reference box and study the labeled wave diagram.
Match each clue to its term in Section A on page 1.
Answer the four short-response questions in Section B on page 2.
Use the answer key on page 3 for self-check.
Pair with the Sound Worksheet for an example of waves.
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Waves Worksheet
A printable science worksheet for grades 6-9 on waves. Students learn the parts of a wave from a labeled diagram, match eight clues, then answer four questions. A complete answer key is included.
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