Question

Which of the following represents the correct relationship between the speed of light \( c \), frequency \( \nu \), and wavelength \( \lambda \)?

• A. \( c = \nu \lambda \)
• B. \( c = \lambda \nu^2 \)
• C. \( c = \frac{\nu}{\lambda} \)
• D. \( c = \lambda^2 \nu \)

Hint:

Remember that the speed of light is the product of frequency and wavelength for electromagnetic waves.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

The speed of light \( c \) is related to frequency \( \nu \) and wavelength \( \lambda \) by the equation: \[ c = \nu \lambda \] where:
- \( c \) is the speed of light (approximately \( 3 \times 10^8 \, \text{m/s} \)),
- \( \nu \) is the frequency of the light wave,
- \( \lambda \) is the wavelength.
Thus, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{(A) \, c = \nu \lambda} \]