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The distance between two successive crests or troughs of a wave is known as _______.

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frequency
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wavelength
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amplitude
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energy
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Solution

The correct option is B wavelength
Electromagnetic energy is characterized by wavelength (λ) and frequency (ν).
Wavelength is defined as the distance between two successive crests or troughs of a wave.

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