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A radio can tune to any station in the 7. 5 MHz to 12 MHz...

A radio can tune to any station in the 7. $5 \mathrm{MHz}$ to $12 \mathrm{MHz}$ band. What is the corresponding wave length band?
(A) $400 \mathrm{~m}-250 \mathrm{~m}$
(B) $40 \mathrm{~m}-25 \mathrm{~m}$
(C) $4 \mathrm{~m}-2.5 \mathrm{~m}$
(D) None of these

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Key Concepts

Frequency-Wavelength Relationship

The frequency of a wave is inversely proportional to its wavelength; as one increases, the other decreases given a constant wave speed. This inverse relationship is crucial for tasks such as determining the wavelength band corresponding to a specific frequency band.

Unit Conversion and Dimensional Consistency

Accurate calculations in physics require consistent units. In the context of electromagnetic waves, converting frequency units (e.g., from megahertz to hertz) is necessary before applying the wave equation to obtain the correct wavelength. This concept is fundamental to solving problems that involve the relationship between frequency, wavelength, and the speed of light.

Electromagnetic Wave Equation

This concept refers to the fundamental relationship that governs the behavior of electromagnetic waves, expressed as the speed of light equals frequency multiplied by wavelength. It provides the basis for converting frequency values into corresponding wavelengths, and is essential for understanding how electromagnetic waves propagate.

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