For the given wave, λ2 is represented by
The distance between two consecutive compressions or two consecutive rarefactions is called the wavelength. The points A and E represent the start and end of a wave respectively. Hence, the distance AE equals one wavelength. BD is the distance between one trough and the successive crest which is half of the wavelength (λ2). Similarly, CD represents 14th of the wavelength and AD represents 34th of the wavelength.