What is the relationship between frequency and wavelength?

Frequency and wavelength are inversely proportional to each other. As frequency increases, wavelength decreases, and vice versa.

The relationship is given by:

v = fλ

Where:

• v = wave speed

• f = frequency

• λ = wavelength

For electromagnetic waves in a vacuum, v = c (speed of light).

Quick Fact: Radio waves have low frequencies and long wavelengths, while gamma rays have high frequencies and short wavelengths.