Inactive Tutor answered 10/27/23
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v = λf so λ = v/f
If v = 340 m/s and f = 490 Hz then
λ = v/f = (340 m/s)/(490 Hz) ≈ 0.69 m
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asked 10/27/23The speed of sound in air is about 340 m/s. What is the wavelength of sound waves produced by a guitar string vibrating at 490 Hz?
Inactive Tutor answered 10/27/23
v = λf so λ = v/f
If v = 340 m/s and f = 490 Hz then
λ = v/f = (340 m/s)/(490 Hz) ≈ 0.69 m
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