What is the wavelength of waves in shallower water?

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In summary, the different types of waves are mechanical waves, electromagnetic waves, and matter waves. Mechanical waves require a medium to travel through, while electromagnetic waves can travel through a vacuum. Examples of mechanical waves include sound waves, water waves, and seismic waves. Examples of electromagnetic waves include radio waves, microwaves, visible light, and X-rays. Matter waves, on the other hand, are associated with the motion of particles and have both particle and wave-like properties, making them different from other types of waves.
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The speed of surface waves in water decreases as the water becomes shallower.Suppose waves travel across the surface of a lake with a speed of 2.0m/s and a wavelength of 1.5m. When these waves move into shallower part of the lake, their speed decreases to 1.6m/s, though their frequency remains the same. Find the wavelength of the waves in the shallower water.

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(2.0m/s-1.6m/s)/1.5=.26667
 
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newfie look at the equation linking speed frequency and wavelength.
 
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v=Af right?
 
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got it thanks
 

Related to What is the wavelength of waves in shallower water?

What are the different types of waves?

The different types of waves include mechanical waves, electromagnetic waves, and matter waves.

What is the difference between mechanical and electromagnetic waves?

Mechanical waves require a medium to travel through, while electromagnetic waves can travel through a vacuum.

What are some examples of mechanical waves?

Examples of mechanical waves include sound waves, water waves, and seismic waves.

What are some examples of electromagnetic waves?

Examples of electromagnetic waves include radio waves, microwaves, visible light, and X-rays.

How are matter waves different from other types of waves?

Matter waves are associated with the motion of particles, such as electrons, and have both particle and wave-like properties.

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