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Which of the following correctly defines wavelength?.
- A.The distance between two consecutive crests
- B.The number of waves that pass a point in one second
- C.The maximum displacement of a wave from its rest position
- D.The time taken for one complete wave to pass a point
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What a good answer should say
- The distance between two consecutive crests
Explanation
Why this works
Wavelength is defined as the distance between two consecutive crests (or troughs) of a wave, which is a fundamental characteristic of wave motion.
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