Wave Number

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Wave Number

### Formula

$$k=\frac{2\pi}{\lambda}$$

### Terminologies

- k β†’ Wave number.

- Ξ» β†’ Wavelength.

### SI Unit

$$m^{-1}$$

### Usage

- Used in wave propagation equations.

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