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  • Wave Speed Calculation: Wavelength & Period - Physics Explained
    Here's how to calculate the speed of a wave:

    Understanding the Relationship

    * Speed (v): How fast a wave travels.

    * Wavelength (λ): The distance between two consecutive crests (or troughs) of a wave.

    * Period (T): The time it takes for one complete wave cycle to pass a given point.

    The relationship between these is:

    Speed (v) = Wavelength (λ) / Period (T)

    Calculation

    1. Given:

    * Wavelength (λ) = 6.0 m

    * Period (T) = 4.0 s

    2. Apply the formula:

    * v = 6.0 m / 4.0 s

    3. Solve:

    * v = 1.5 m/s

    Answer: The speed of the wave is 1.5 meters per second.

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