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What are the wavelength ranges in (a) the AM radio band(540–1 600 kHz) and (b) the FM radio band (88–108 MHz)?

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Chapter24: Electromagnetic Waves

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Problem 7PE: (a) Calculate the range of wavelength for AM radio given its frequency range is 540 to 1600 kHz. (b)...

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