The discussion centers on calculating the frequency of oscillation based on a period of 0.400 microseconds (μs). The correct conversion of 0.400 μs is 4 x 10-7 seconds, leading to a frequency of 2,500,000 Hz. Participants emphasize the importance of careful unit conversion and the correct application of scientific notation in frequency calculations. A spreadsheet confirms the frequency calculation, validating the approach taken by the contributors.
PREREQUISITESStudents, engineers, and physicists interested in oscillation frequency calculations and those seeking to improve their skills in unit conversion and scientific notation.
No. Are you sure that you typed what you meant to type? Check the sign of the power of 10.bobacity said:Would 0.400 μs be 4*10^7 seconds?
oops, I meant 4*10^-7 seconds! Is that correct?TSny said:No. Are you sure that you typed what you meant to type? Check the sign of the power of 10.
Yes, that is the period. What do you get for the frequency in Hz?bobacity said:oops, I meant 4*10^-7 seconds! Is that correct?
That's mega-careless!bobacity said:Would 0.400 μs be 4*10^7 seconds?
PeroK is never rude. But he can be punny.PeroK said:That's mega-careless!
Would it be 2500000 Hz?TSny said:Yes, that is the period. What do you get for the frequency in Hz?
My spreadsheet agrees with you:bobacity said:Would it be 2500000 Hz?
| T | f |
4.00E-07 | 2500000 |