Waves question (wavelength, period, etc)

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Homework Help Overview

The problem involves a transmitter generating radio waves, with specific parameters such as wave frequency, period, wavelength, and distance to a receiver. The context is within the subject area of wave mechanics.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Mathematical reasoning

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants discuss the calculation of frequency and period, with one participant attempting to derive the frequency from the given wave count. There are inquiries about how to find the wavelength using the wave speed and frequency. Additional questions arise regarding the time for wave travel and the concept of nodes in relation to wavelengths.

Discussion Status

Some participants have provided guidance on using equations related to wave properties, while others express confusion about the remaining questions. There is a mix of attempts to clarify concepts and calculations, with no explicit consensus on the approach to the remaining parts of the problem.

Contextual Notes

One participant mentions an impending final exam, indicating a time constraint that may affect the discussion. There is also a reference to needing to understand the definition of a node in the context of the problem.

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Homework Statement


A transmitter sends out 1.8x10^7 waves per minute and generates a standing wave pattern. The radio waves travel at the speed of light to a receiver 20.0km away. Determine :
a) the frequency in herts
b) period
c)wave length
d) the time for one crest to travel from the transmitter to the receiver.
e) the number of nodes between the transmitter and the receiver.

Homework Equations


F=1/t t=period, f=frequency
V=f x (wavelength)

The Attempt at a Solution


i found b first by
60 seconds/ 1.8 x 10 ^7
=3.3 x 10^-6
a) 1/3.3 x 10^-6
=300,000 herts
im confused after this can someone help me please? thankyou
 
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ally.hady said:

Homework Equations


F=1/t t=period, f=frequency
V=f x (wavelength)
Try using that last equation to find wavelength.
 
so

3.00x10^8 m/s / 300,000 = wavelength?
 
Yes (if you include the units along with that 300,000 number).
 
what about the other questions any tips?im lost
 
can anyone please help me? i have a final exam tomorrow :(
 
d) How far apart are the transmitter and receiver? How long does it take to go that distance, traveling at the speed the radio waves are going?

e) This is related to how many wavelengths will fit between the transmitter and receiver. Also, you'll need to look up what a node is, and how that relates to the number of wavelengths.

Good luck on your test.
 

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