5. A microwave oven generates electromagnetic radiation with a frequency of 2458 MHz. What is the wavelength in nanometers of this energy? (MHz =2.458 x 10^9 Hz, and Hz =1/sec)
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We are given that 1 MHz = 2.458 x 10^9 Hz. So, we have: 2458 MHz = 2458 * 2.458 x 10^9 Hz = 6.035 x 10^12 Hz Now, we can use the speed of light (c) formula to find the wavelength (λ). The formula is: c = λ * f Where c is the speed of light (approximately 3 x Show more…
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