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What are the differences between "Typical wave length" and "Wave length" ?
Typical Wavelength vs Wave Length
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In summary, the term "typical wave length" does not have a universally accepted meaning and is used in a context-specific manner. It can refer to a specific wavelength for a particular radio broadcast band or the wavelength of a specific radio station. This term is often used in the context of fluid flow in a channel.
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In what context are you asking this question?
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"Typical wave length" does not have any universally accepted meaning so when you see/read the term the speaker/writer is expecting that you'll understand what they mean from the context.math04 said:
If you can tell us where you came across the phrase we'll be able to tell you what they're trying to say, but without that context we won't be much help.
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Nugatory said:
These phrase taken from the book :
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I have shewn above the source of this phrase ..gleem said:
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That is not the context, that is the source. What is this source referring to ?
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"A typical wavelength for the AM radio broadcast band in the US is 300 meters" (1MHz is a round number for the location of the AM radio band in the US)math04 said:
"The wavelength of the AM radio station KCBS in the San Francisco Bay Area in the US is 405 meters" (740kHz on your AM radio "dial")
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It is about fluid of flow say in à channel.gleem said:
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This word I mean typical length it depends on the flow of fluid in channel..berkeman said:"A typical wavelength for the AM radio broadcast band in the US is 300 meters" (1MHz is a round number for the location of the AM radio band in the US)
"The wavelength of the AM radio station KCBS in the San Francisco Bay Area in the US is 405 meters" (740kHz on your AM radio "dial")
FAQ: Typical Wavelength vs Wave Length
1. What is the difference between typical wavelength and wave length?
Typical wavelength and wave length are essentially the same thing. They both refer to the distance between two consecutive peaks or troughs of a wave. The term "typical" is often used to describe the average or most common wavelength in a given situation.
2. How is wavelength measured?
Wavelength is typically measured in meters (m) or nanometers (nm), which is equal to one billionth of a meter. In some cases, it may also be measured in units of time, such as seconds or milliseconds, depending on the type of wave being studied.
3. What factors affect the wavelength of a wave?
The wavelength of a wave is primarily affected by the medium through which it is traveling. For example, sound waves have longer wavelengths in air than in water. The frequency and speed of the wave also play a role in determining its wavelength.
4. How does wavelength relate to the energy of a wave?
The wavelength of a wave is inversely proportional to its energy. This means that as the wavelength increases, the energy of the wave decreases, and vice versa. This relationship is known as the inverse relationship between wavelength and energy.
5. Can the wavelength of a wave change?
Yes, the wavelength of a wave can change when it travels from one medium to another. This is known as refraction. Additionally, the wavelength of a wave can also change if the frequency or speed of the wave changes.