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  • Calculating the Frequency of a 670 nm Light Wave: A Step-by-Step Guide
    Here's how to calculate the frequency of a light wave:

    Understanding the Relationship

    * Speed of light (c): A constant value of approximately 3 x 10^8 m/s

    * Wavelength (λ): The distance between two successive crests or troughs of a wave (given as 670 x 10^-9 m).

    * Frequency (f): The number of waves that pass a point in one second.

    The Formula

    The relationship between these three is:

    c = λ * f

    Solving for Frequency

    1. Rearrange the formula: f = c / λ

    2. Substitute the values: f = (3 x 10^8 m/s) / (670 x 10^-9 m)

    3. Calculate: f ≈ 4.48 x 10^14 Hz

    Therefore, the frequency of a 670 nm light wave is approximately 4.48 x 10^14 Hz.

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