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The frequency and wavelength of a wave are inversely proportional; as frequency increases, wavelength decreases, and vice versa. The frequency of a wave is the number of complete oscillations it makes per unit time, measured in hertz, while the wavelength is the distance between two consecutive points of similar phase along the wave.
The energy of an electromagnetic wave is directly proportional to its frequency. This relationship is described by Planck's equation E=hf, where E is the energy of the wave, h is Planck's constant, and f is the frequency. This means that as the frequency of the wave increases, so does its energy.
The speed of the wave remains the same, as it is determined by the medium through which the wave is traveling. However, the wavelength of the wave will be doubled, resulting in a longer distance between wave crests.
The basic properties of transverse waves are: Amplitude Time Period Frequency Phase Wavelength Crest Trough
Increase decrease. The frequency MUST decrease.
Radio waves, microwaves, and other parts of the electromagnetic spectrum differ in their frequency and wavelength. Radio waves have the lowest frequency and longest wavelength, while microwaves have a higher frequency and shorter wavelength. Other parts of the spectrum, such as infrared, visible light, ultraviolet, X-rays, and gamma rays, have progressively higher frequencies and shorter wavelengths. Each part of the spectrum interacts with matter in unique ways, influencing their applications in technology and communication.