Concept explainers
(a)
Interpretation:
The
Concept introduction:
The formula which relates
Where v is the frequency of the light, c is velocity of light (
Answer to Problem 4E
The wavelength of a light that has a frequency of
Explanation of Solution
Rearranging the formula (1) as:
Frequency,
Substituting the values in formula (2):
Hence, the wavelength of a light that has a frequency of
(b)
Interpretation:
The approximate color of the light needs to be determined.
Concept introduction:
The light waves possess different colors which are characterized by wavelengths and frequencies. All the light waves move at the same speed, that is
Answer to Problem 4E
The approximate color of the light is deep red.
Explanation of Solution
The wavelength of a light that has a frequency of
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