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Wavelength Definition from Computer & Internet Dictionaries & Glossaries
| Integrated Circuit Terminology |
Wavelength
the length of one complete cycle of a wave. In semiconductors, wavelength is typically applied to light.
the length of one complete cycle of a wave. In semiconductors, wavelength is typically applied to light.
Wavelength Definition from Language, Idioms & Slang Dictionaries & Glossaries
| WordNet 2.0 |
wavelength
Noun
1. the distance (measured in the direction of propagation) between two points in the same phase in consecutive cycles of a wave
(hypernym) distance
2. a shared orientation leading to mutual understanding; "they are on the same wavelength"
(hypernym) orientation
Noun
1. the distance (measured in the direction of propagation) between two points in the same phase in consecutive cycles of a wave
(hypernym) distance
2. a shared orientation leading to mutual understanding; "they are on the same wavelength"
(hypernym) orientation
| hEnglish - advanced version |
wavelength
wavelength
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wavelength
waveless \wave"less\ (?), a. free from waves; undisturbed; not agitated; as, the waveless sea.
| Concise English-Irish Dictionary v. 1.1 |
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Wavelength Definition from Entertainment & Music Dictionaries & Glossaries
| Guitar Glossary |
Wavelength
The physical length between corresponding points of successive cycles of a wave. Low frequencies have long wavelengths; high frequencies have short wavelengths.
The physical length between corresponding points of successive cycles of a wave. Low frequencies have long wavelengths; high frequencies have short wavelengths.
| The DJ Glossary |
Wavelength
The length of a complete audio cycle in feet, inches, etc.
The length of a complete audio cycle in feet, inches, etc.
Wavelength Definition from Science & Technology Dictionaries & Glossaries
| WEATHER&METEOROLOGY |
wavelength
The distance along the direction of propagation between corresponding points on a wave (for example, from crest to crest).
The distance along the direction of propagation between corresponding points on a wave (for example, from crest to crest).
| ASTRONOMY UNBOUND |
Wavelength
The measurement of the distance from crest to crest, or trough to trough, in transverse waves such as electromagnetic radiation. In all wave motion the shorter the wavelength, the greater the energy carried by the wave. In compressional waves, such as sound waves, it is the measurement of the distance from rarefaction to rarefaction, or compression to compression. Wavelength is linked to frequency . The longer the wavelength, in waves propagating with the same velocity, the less the frequency. [velocity = wavelength x frequency].
The measurement of the distance from crest to crest, or trough to trough, in transverse waves such as electromagnetic radiation. In all wave motion the shorter the wavelength, the greater the energy carried by the wave. In compressional waves, such as sound waves, it is the measurement of the distance from rarefaction to rarefaction, or compression to compression. Wavelength is linked to frequency . The longer the wavelength, in waves propagating with the same velocity, the less the frequency. [velocity = wavelength x frequency].
| Fiber Optics, Optical Networking Terms |
Wavelength
1. All electromagnetic radiation (radio waves, microwaves, ultraviolet light, visible light, etc.) is transmitted in waves, and the wavelength is the distance between successive crests of the waves. In optical networks, you can think of different wavelengths as being different colors of light. 2. The distance between points of corresponding phase of two consecutive cycles of a wave. The wavelength, is related to the propagation velocity, and the frequency.
1. All electromagnetic radiation (radio waves, microwaves, ultraviolet light, visible light, etc.) is transmitted in waves, and the wavelength is the distance between successive crests of the waves. In optical networks, you can think of different wavelengths as being different colors of light. 2. The distance between points of corresponding phase of two consecutive cycles of a wave. The wavelength, is related to the propagation velocity, and the frequency.
| Telecommunication Standard Terms |
wavelength
The distance between points of corresponding phase of two consecutive cycles of a wave. (188 ) Note: The wavelength,
, is related to the propagation velocity, v , and the frequency, f , by = v /f .
The distance between points of corresponding phase of two consecutive cycles of a wave. (188 ) Note: The wavelength,
| Physical Geography Terms and Meanings |
Wavelength
Distance between two successive wave crests or troughs.
Distance between two successive wave crests or troughs.
| Solar Physics Glossary |
Wavelength
The distance from crest to crest or trough to trough of an electromagnetic wave (see electromagnetic radiation ) or other wave.
The distance from crest to crest or trough to trough of an electromagnetic wave (see electromagnetic radiation ) or other wave.
| General Chemistry Glossary |
wavelength
The distance between adjacent peaks (or adjacent troughs) on a wave . Varying the wavelength of light changes its color; varying the wavelength of sound changes its pitch.
The distance between adjacent peaks (or adjacent troughs) on a wave . Varying the wavelength of light changes its color; varying the wavelength of sound changes its pitch.
| RF Electronics |
Wavelength
The distance that a wave travels in the time it takes to go through one full 360 degree phase change, or one cycle. Audio: At room temperature, one wavelength at 100 Hz is approximately 11 feet (3.5 m); at 10 kHz, about 1.3 inches (3.4 cm). RF: One wavelength at 200 MHz is approximately 59 inches (1.5 m); at 700 MHz it is approximately 17 inches (43 cm).
The distance that a wave travels in the time it takes to go through one full 360 degree phase change, or one cycle. Audio: At room temperature, one wavelength at 100 Hz is approximately 11 feet (3.5 m); at 10 kHz, about 1.3 inches (3.4 cm). RF: One wavelength at 200 MHz is approximately 59 inches (1.5 m); at 700 MHz it is approximately 17 inches (43 cm).
Wavelength Definition from Arts & Humanities Dictionaries & Glossaries
| Glossary of Technical Theatre Terms |
WAVELENGTH
The distance from one point on a vibrating wave to the same point on the next wave. The lengths of the sound waves (wavelengths) we can hear range from one inch to 40 feet. High frequency sounds have short wavelengths (and are more directional), low frequency sounds have long wavelengths (and are less directional). In lighting terms, blue light is short wavelength, green is medium and red is long wavelength. Beyond visible light are the short wavelength Ultra Violet light and the long wavelength Infra Red light. See also Frequency.
The distance from one point on a vibrating wave to the same point on the next wave. The lengths of the sound waves (wavelengths) we can hear range from one inch to 40 feet. High frequency sounds have short wavelengths (and are more directional), low frequency sounds have long wavelengths (and are less directional). In lighting terms, blue light is short wavelength, green is medium and red is long wavelength. Beyond visible light are the short wavelength Ultra Violet light and the long wavelength Infra Red light. See also Frequency.
Wavelength Definition from Religion & Spirituality Dictionaries & Glossaries
| Webart Magic Astronomical Glossary |
Wavelength
The distance from crest to crest or trough to trough of an electromagnetic wave (see electromagnetic radiation) or other wave.
The distance from crest to crest or trough to trough of an electromagnetic wave (see electromagnetic radiation) or other wave.
Wavelength Definition from Encyclopedia Dictionaries & Glossaries
| Wikipedia English - The Free Encyclopedia |
Wavelength
In physics, wavelength is the distance between repeating units of a propagating wave of a given frequency. It is commonly designated by the Greek letter lambda (λ). Examples of wave-like phenonomena are light, water waves, and sound waves.
In a wave, a property varies with the position. For example, this property can be the air pressure for a sound wave, or the magnitude of the electric or the magnetic field for light. The wavelengths of frequencies audible to the human ear (20 Hz–20 kHz) are between approximately 17 m and 17 mm, respectively. Visible light ranges from deep red, roughly 700 nm to violet, roughly 400 nm (430–750 THz). For other examples, see electromagnetic spectrum.
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