v = fλ
Here's what each variable represents:
* v: Wave velocity (measured in meters per second, m/s)
* f: Frequency (measured in Hertz, Hz, or cycles per second)
* λ: Wavelength (measured in meters, m)
What does this equation tell us?
This equation states that the velocity of a wave is directly proportional to both its frequency and wavelength.
* Higher frequency: A wave with a higher frequency will have a shorter wavelength and travel at a faster velocity.
* Longer wavelength: A wave with a longer wavelength will have a lower frequency and travel at a slower velocity.
Example:
If a wave has a frequency of 10 Hz and a wavelength of 2 meters, its velocity would be:
v = fλ = 10 Hz * 2 m = 20 m/s