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A longitudal wave is produced on a slinky. The wave travels at a speed of 30 `cm//s` and the frequency of the wave is 20 Hz. What is the minimum separation between two consecutive compression of the slinky?

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To solve the problem of finding the minimum separation between two consecutive compressions of a longitudinal wave in a slinky, we can follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understand the Relationship**: The minimum separation between two consecutive compressions in a longitudinal wave is equal to the wavelength (λ) of the wave. 2. **Use the Wave Equation**: The wave equation relates the speed (v), frequency (f), and wavelength (λ) of the wave: \[ ...
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