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  • Wave Period Calculation: How to Determine Period from Frequency
    Here's how to calculate the period of a wave given its frequency:

    Understanding the Relationship

    * Frequency (f): How many wave cycles occur per second. Measured in Hertz (Hz).

    * Period (T): The time it takes for one complete wave cycle. Measured in seconds (s).

    The Formula

    The relationship between frequency and period is:

    * T = 1/f

    Calculation

    1. Convert MHz to Hz: 2 MHz = 2,000,000 Hz

    2. Apply the formula: T = 1 / 2,000,000 Hz = 0.0000005 seconds

    Answer

    The period of a wave with a frequency of 2 MHz is 0.5 microseconds (µs).

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