Verifying V=f? in Physics Lab: Calculating Frequency

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To verify the equation v=fλ in a physics lab, understanding standing waves is crucial, particularly the concepts of nodes and anti-nodes. The distance between two consecutive nodes or anti-nodes is half the wavelength. Given the data of 12 bright stripes over a distance of 24.2 cm and a frequency of 10 Hz, the wavelength can be calculated. The relationship between wave speed, frequency, and wavelength is essential for determining the correct calculations. Proper application of these principles will clarify the frequency calculation needed for the lab report.
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I have had to do 6 labs for physics class, and i am now trying to write them up, but am a little confused. The first lab i did was to verify the equation v=f?. I yoused a generator to make a straight wave, and then put in a barrier to make a standing wave. I have to calculate the frequency, but don't know what formula i should be using.
the information my group took down was that there for 12 bright stripes, the distance was 24.2cm. and the frequency was 10Hz
but i just don't know what equation to use from there
 
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Go to the text and first understand nodes and anti-nodes in the standing waves. What is the distance between two consecutive nodes and anti-nodes? what is the relation between wave speed and frequency?
 

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