Describe how wavelength is defined for transverse waves and for longitudinal waves.

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babunello [35]2 years ago

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Wavelength is one way of measuring the size of waves. ... The wavelength of a transverse wave can be measured as the distance between two adjacent crests. The wavelength of a longitudinal wave can be measured as the distance between two adjacent compressions.Feb 19, 2021

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