Understanding the Relationship
* Frequency (f): Measured in Hertz (Hz) and represents the number of wave cycles per second.
* Wavelength (λ): Measured in meters (m) and represents the distance between two corresponding points on consecutive waves.
* Speed of Light (c): A constant value approximately equal to 299,792,458 meters per second (m/s).
The Formula
The relationship between these quantities is:
c = fλ
Solving for Wavelength
1. Convert MHz to Hz: 99.3 MHz = 99,300,000 Hz
2. Rearrange the formula: λ = c / f
3. Plug in the values: λ = 299,792,458 m/s / 99,300,000 Hz
4. Calculate: λ ≈ 3.02 meters
Therefore, the wavelength of a 99.3 MHz radio wave is approximately 3.02 meters.
