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Wavelength and Frequency

Question 2 • Applications and Modeling

Fill in the blank:The distance from one high point of a wave to the next wave’s high point is called _____.

Answer
A
wavelength
B
frequency
C
time
D
distance

Explanation

A wavelength is the length of one complete wave cycle, measured between matching points such as crest to crest. Therefore, the distance from one high point (crest) to the next is called wavelength, choice A. Frequency tells how often waves pass, not their spacing.

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