Typical Wavelength vs Wave Length

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The discussion revolves around the differences between "Typical wavelength" and "Wavelength," exploring the meanings and contexts of these terms. Participants seek clarification on how "Typical wavelength" is understood in various scenarios, particularly in relation to fluid flow in channels and radio broadcasting.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants note that "Typical wavelength" lacks a universally accepted definition and is context-dependent.
  • One participant provides examples from AM radio broadcasting, stating that a typical wavelength for the AM radio broadcast band in the US is 300 meters, while a specific station's wavelength is 405 meters.
  • Another participant emphasizes the need for context to understand what "Typical wavelength" refers to, suggesting that it may relate to fluid flow in channels.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree that "Typical wavelength" is context-dependent, but there is no consensus on its specific meaning or application in different scenarios.

Contextual Notes

The discussion highlights the ambiguity surrounding the term "Typical wavelength" and its reliance on contextual definitions, particularly in relation to fluid dynamics and radio frequencies.

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What are the differences between "Typical wave length" and "Wave length" ?
 
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In what context are you asking this question?
 
math04 said:
What are the differences between "Typical wave length" and "Wave length" ?
"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.

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.
 
Nugatory said:
"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.

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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gleem said:
In what context are you asking this question?
I have shewn above the source of this phrase ..
 
That is not the context, that is the source. What is this source referring to ?
 
math04 said:
What are the differences between "Typical wave length" and "Wave length" ?
"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") :smile:
 
gleem said:
That is not the context, that is the source. What is this source referring to ?
It is about fluid of flow say in à 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") :smile:
This word I mean typical length it depends on the flow of fluid in channel..
 

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