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  • Wavelength and Amplitude Calculation: Formulas & Explanation
    Wavelength:

    The wavelength of a wave is the distance between two consecutive peaks or troughs. It can be calculated using the following formula:

    $$\lambda = \frac{v}{f}$$

    where:

    * \(\lambda\) is the wavelength in meters

    * \(v\) is the speed of the wave in meters per second

    * \(f\) is the frequency of the wave in hertz

    Amplitude:

    The amplitude of a wave is the maximum displacement of the wave from its equilibrium position. It can be calculated using the following formula:

    $$A = \frac{y_{max}-y_{min}}{2}$$

    where:

    * \(A\) is the amplitude in meters

    * \(y_{max}\) is the maximum displacement of the wave in meters

    * \(y_{min}\) is the minimum displacement of the wave in meters

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