Beat Frequency: Find Frequency with Wavelength of 3.141m & 3.135m

In summary, the question asks for the beat frequency between two radio waves with wavelengths of 3.141m and 3.135m. The hint suggests finding the frequency by using the formula Fb=|f1-f2| and knowing the speed of electromagnetic waves, which is the speed of light.
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Homework Statement



What would be the beat frequency if radio waves of wavelenght 3.141m and 3.135 are mixed?

The Attempt at a Solution



I need frequency of wave1 and wave2, because Fb=|f1-f2|
But i don't have nothing but wavelength...
Any hints?
 
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  • #2
Can you work out the frequency?

HINT: At what speed do radio waves travel?
 
  • #3
I have no idea... Where can I find that?
 
  • #4
adashiu said:
I have no idea... Where can I find that?
Another hint: Radio waves are electromagnetic waves. At what speed do all EM waves travel at?
 
  • #5
Iw as trying but no idea at all...
 
  • #6
What speed does light travel at?
 

What is beat frequency?

Beat frequency is the difference between two frequencies that are being combined, resulting in an audible pulsating sound.

How do you find the beat frequency?

To find the beat frequency, you need to subtract the lower frequency from the higher frequency. In this case, it would be 3.141m - 3.135m = 0.006m.

What is the relationship between beat frequency and wavelength?

The beat frequency is inversely proportional to the wavelength. This means that as the wavelength decreases, the beat frequency increases, and vice versa.

Why is the wavelength of 3.141m and 3.135m important in this scenario?

The wavelength of 3.141m and 3.135m are important because they represent the two frequencies that are being combined to produce the beat frequency. Without these specific wavelengths, the beat frequency would not exist.

How is beat frequency used in real-life applications?

Beat frequency is used in various fields such as acoustics, music, and physics. It is commonly used in tuning instruments, detecting changes in frequency, and studying the properties of sound waves.

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