Explain why a greater frequency indicates greater energy in a wave.

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Quinn Ramos

12 June, 12:35

Explain why a greater frequency indicates greater energy in a wave.

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Douglas Winters · Answer 1

The greater the energy, the larger the frequency and the shorter (smaller) the wavelength. Given the relationship between wavelength and frequency - the higher the frequency, the shorter the wavelength - it follows that short wavelengths are more energetic than long wavelengths.

Kiara Holden · Answer 2

Given the relationship between wavelength and frequency - the higher the frequency, the shorter the wavelength - it follows that short wavelengths are more energetic than long wavelengths.