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  • Understanding Gamma Waves: Frequency, Not Speed
    Gamma waves are not like physical waves that travel at a certain speed. They are brainwaves, which are electrical signals in the brain.

    Here's why there's no "speed" for gamma waves:

    * They're not physical waves: Gamma waves aren't like sound waves or light waves that propagate through a medium. They are patterns of electrical activity within the brain.

    * They're measured in frequency: We measure gamma waves by their frequency, which is how many cycles of electrical activity occur per second. This is measured in Hertz (Hz). Gamma waves range from 30 Hz to 100 Hz, meaning they oscillate very quickly.

    * Speed relates to propagation: Speed is the rate at which something travels through space. Since gamma waves are not physical waves, they don't have a speed in the traditional sense.

    In summary: Gamma waves are not something that travels at a specific speed. They are a type of brain activity measured by their frequency.

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