If wavelength changes does speed change

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Homework Statement



if [/B]wavelength changes does speed change
(in standing waves)

2. Homework Equations

velocity = wavelength * frequency

The Attempt at a Solution


i think it does because the wavelength changes so the speed will also change[/B]
 
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What is the definition of a standing wave?
 
lep11 said:
What is the definition of a standing wave?
wave in a constant position
 
rrosa522 said:
wave in a constant position
Do standing waves propagate or transfer energy?
 
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lep11 said:
Do standing waves propagate or transfer energy?
i think they propagate energy...not exactly sure