Light is an electromagnetic wave and travels at a speed of 14.63 m/s. The human eye is most sensitive to yellow-green light, which has a wavelength of 45.17 m. What is the frequency of this light? No need to include the unit. Write your answer in 2 decimal places.

Light is an electromagnetic wave and travels at a speed of 14.63 m/s. The human eye is most sensitive to yellow-green light, which has a wavelength of 45.17 m. What is the frequency of this light? No need to include the unit. Write your answer in 2 decimal places.

University Physics Volume 2

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Chapter16: Electromagnetic Waves

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