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Electromagnetic Waves

Question 19 • Crowley Credit Recovery Physics B

Which describes the relationship between the frequency, wavelength, and speed of a wave as the wave travels through different media?

Answer
A
As speed changes, wavelength changes and frequency remains constant.
B
As speed changes, frequency changes and wavelength remains constant.
C
As speed changes, wavelength and frequency change.
D
As speed changes, wavelength and frequency remain constant.

Explanation

Wave speed, frequency, and wavelength are related by v = fλ. When a wave enters a different medium, its frequency remains constant because it is set by the source. Therefore, if the speed changes, the wavelength must change to keep the relationship true. This is described by choice A: wavelength changes while frequency remains constant.

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