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Physics

Laser Wavelength and Frequency

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A laser's wavelength determines its color, while its frequency tells us how much energy each photon carries.

Why this is interesting

Did you know that the color of a laser beam depends on how fast its light waves vibrate? This is all about wavelength and frequency.