How to calculate the speed of the wave?

Understanding Wave SpeedTo find a wave’s speed, you need two things: its frequency (how many waves pass a point per second) and its wavelength (the distance between two wave crests). The formula is:v = f × λ- v = speed (m/s)- f = frequency (Hz)- λ = wavelength (m)Example: A sound wave with a frequency of 440 Hz and a wavelength of 0.78 m has a speed of 440 × 0.78 = 343.2 m/s, typical for sound in air. You can learn more about wave properties at Khan Academy.— ScienceNerd42

Wave Speed in Different ContextsCalculating wave speed depends on the wave type (e.g., sound, light, water). The universal formula is speed = frequency × wavelength. For instance, in water, if a wave has a frequency of 0.5 Hz and a wavelength of 2 m, the speed is 0.5 × 2 = 1 m/s. For sound or light, you might need specific medium properties (like air density or refractive index), but the formula stays the same. Always double-check units!— WaveRider

Wave Speed FormulaThe speed of a wave is calculated using the formula: Speed = Frequency × Wavelength (v = f × λ). Frequency (f) is in hertz, wavelength (λ) is in meters, and speed (v) is in meters per second. For example, if a wave has a frequency of 2 Hz and a wavelength of 3 meters, the speed is 2 × 3 = 6 m/s. Simple!— PhysicsFan

Step-by-Step Wave Speed CalculationWave speed is how fast a wave travels through a medium. Here’s how to calculate it:1. Identify Frequency: This is how often waves pass a point, measured in hertz (Hz). For example, a radio wave might have a frequency of 100 MHz.2. Measure Wavelength: This is the distance between two consecutive wave peaks, in meters. Say the wavelength is 3 m.3. Apply Formula: Use v = f × λ. So, 100,000,000 Hz × 3 m = 300,000,000 m/s (speed of light, actually!).4. Check Medium: If it’s not a vacuum, the medium (water, air) might affect the speed slightly.For deeper insights, check Physics Classroom.— QuantumGeek