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प्रश्न
Define the term wavelength.
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उत्तर
The linear distance between the two consecutive particles of a vibrating medium in the same phase is called its wavelength. It is denoted by Greek letter lambda (λ).
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The distance travelled by the wave in one time period of vibration of the particles of medium is called its wavelength.
OR
In a longitudinal wave, distance between the two consecutive compressions or rare fractions is called wavelength.
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