Understanding the Relationship
* Wave speed (v) is the distance a wave travels in a given amount of time.
* Wavelength (λ) is the distance between two consecutive crests or troughs of a wave.
* Frequency (f) is the number of waves that pass a point in a given amount of time.
The relationship between these three is:
v = fλ
Calculation
1. Given:
* Wavelength (λ) = 0.1 m
* Frequency (f) = 20 Hz
2. Substitute into the equation:
* v = (20 Hz) * (0.1 m)
3. Calculate:
* v = 2 m/s
Answer: The wave speed would be 2 m/s.