The frequency range for AM radio is 540 to 1600 kHz. The frequency range for FM radio is 88.0 to 108 MHz. Part (a) Caculate the maximum AND minimum wavelength for AM radio in meters. Part (b) Caculate the maximum AND minimum wavelength for FM radio in meters.

The frequency range for AM radio is 540 to 1600 kHz. The frequency range for FM radio is 88.0 to 108 MHz. Part (a) Caculate the maximum AND minimum wavelength for AM radio in meters. Part (b) Caculate the maximum AND minimum wavelength for FM radio in meters.

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The frequency range for AM radio is 540 to 1600 kHz. The frequency range for FM radio is 88.0 to 108 MHz.

Part (a) Caculate the maximum AND minimum wavelength for AM radio in meters.
Part (b) Caculate the maximum AND minimum wavelength for FM radio in meters.

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