An electric charge oscillating with a frequency of 1 kilo...

An electric charge oscillating with a frequency of 1 kilo cycles/s can radiates electromagnetic waves of wavelength
(A) $100 \mathrm{~km}$
(B) $200 \mathrm{~km}$
(C) $300 \mathrm{~km}$
(D) $400 \mathrm{~km}$

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Frequency-Wavelength Relationship

The relationship between frequency and wavelength of an electromagnetic wave is given by the equation wavelength = speed of light / frequency. This inverse relationship means that as the frequency of the wave increases, its wavelength decreases, and vice versa.

Speed of Light

The speed of light in a vacuum is a fundamental constant, approximately 3 x 10^8 meters per second. This constant serves as the link between the frequency and wavelength of electromagnetic waves.

Electromagnetic Radiation

Electromagnetic radiation refers to waves of electric and magnetic fields that propagate through space. These waves are produced by accelerating charges and include a wide range of frequencies, from radio waves to gamma rays.

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