Wave equation (AQA GCSE Physics): Flashcards

Wave speed, frequency, wavelength

$v = f\lambda$

Wave speed (m/s)

Frequency (Hz)

Wavelength (m)

$\lambda = \frac{v}{f}$

$f = \frac{v}{\lambda}$

Yes, all types (sound, light, water, seismic)

340 m/s

$3 \times 10^{8}$ m/s

5 m/s

Yes, using wave equation