Understanding the Relationship
* Speed of light (c): A constant value, approximately 3 x 10⁸ meters per second (m/s).
* Wavelength (λ): The distance between two successive crests or troughs of a wave. Measured in meters (m).
* Frequency (ν): The number of wave cycles passing a point per second. Measured in Hertz (Hz).
The Equation
The relationship between these is:
c = λν
Solving for Frequency (ν)
1. Rearrange the equation: ν = c / λ
2. Plug in the values:
* c = 3 x 10⁸ m/s
* λ = 6.14 x 10⁻⁷ m
3. Calculate: ν = (3 x 10⁸ m/s) / (6.14 x 10⁻⁷ m) ≈ 4.89 x 10¹⁴ Hz
Therefore, the frequency of light with a wavelength of 6.14 x 10⁻⁷ meters is approximately 4.89 x 10¹⁴ Hz.
