Finding Wavelength: Ripple Tank Wave Speed & Frequency

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To find the wavelength in the ripple tank problem, count the number of wave cycles, which consist of one "hill" and one "valley." The total number of waves can be determined from the diagram, despite its unclear presentation. Once the number of waves is established, divide the length of the tray (10 cm) by the number of waves to calculate the wavelength. For frequency, use the wave speed (6 cm/s) and the calculated wavelength in the formula: frequency = speed/wavelength. This approach will help solve the homework question effectively.
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Hey, I'm stuck on how to find the wavelength of a question I have got given for homework.



The question shows a tray of water with waves and the length of the tray is 10cm. It says... The diagram shows some waves in a ripple tank traveling at a sppeed of 6cm/s. What is a) the wavelength b) the frequency



Can anyone help?? xx
 
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How many waves are show in the picture
 
glennpagano44 said:
How many waves are show in the picture


It doesn't really show it that clearly. x
 
count the number of "hills" and "valleys", one wavelenght is one "hilL" + one "valley".

Then divide by the length of the tray.
 

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