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QuizMultiple Choice

Waves

Question 8 • SC332 Environmental Science B

How do you calculate wave speed?

Answer
A
Divide the wave period by the wavelength.
B
Divide the wavelength by the wave period.
C
Divide the wave height by the wave period.
D
Multiply the wavelength by the wave height.

Explanation

Wave speed is the distance a wave travels per unit of time. In one period, a wave travels one wavelength, so speed equals wavelength divided by period. Therefore, the correct choice is “Divide the wavelength by the wave period.”

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