A flaw in the wavelenght/frequency formula? FTW?

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The discussion centers on the relationship between wavelength, frequency, and the speed of light, represented by the equation c = λf. Initially, there was confusion regarding the formula, mistakenly suggesting c = λ/f, which led to questioning the constancy of c in the electromagnetic spectrum. As wavelength increases, frequency decreases, but this does not invalidate the equation since the correct formulation maintains c as a constant. The realization of the correct relationship clarified the initial misunderstanding. The conversation highlights the importance of accurately applying scientific formulas in discussions about physics.
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a flaw in the wavelenght/frequency formula?? FTW?

c equals lambda/frequency, and c is a constant.

SO. In order for c to remain constant, as lambda increases, frequency should also increase, and vice versa. But that doesn't happen in the electromagnetic spectrum. The EM spectrum shows that as wavelenght increases, frequency decreases (as we go from UV to IR) and vice versa. Then how does c remain constant, and does the equation remain valid?
 
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potmobius said:
c equals lambda/frequency, and c is a constant.
That's incorrect. The correct relationship is: c = λf (not c = λ/f).
 


lol! I feel so stupid right now! hahahaha. I knew it would be something obvious, because I wasnt thinking straight when I posted this :P
 
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