🔋college physics i – introduction review

key term - Wave velocity

Definition

Wave velocity is the speed at which a wave propagates through a medium. It is calculated as the product of the wave's frequency and wavelength.

5 Must Know Facts For Your Next Test

  1. Wave velocity ($v$) can be expressed as $v = f \cdot \lambda$, where $f$ is frequency and $\lambda$ is wavelength.
  2. In a given medium, wave velocity remains constant for a specific type of wave.
  3. The speed of sound in air at room temperature is approximately 343 m/s.
  4. Wave velocity can differ based on the medium; for example, light travels faster in a vacuum than in any other medium.
  5. For transverse waves on a string, wave velocity depends on the tension and linear density of the string.

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