Which type of wave characteristic is variable among radio waves?

The variable characteristic among radio waves is wavelength. Wavelength refers to the distance between consecutive peaks or troughs of a wave. In the context of radio waves, different frequencies correspond to different wavelengths, and this relationship is defined by the equation:

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\text{Speed} = \text{Frequency} \times \text{Wavelength}

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Radio waves can have a wide range of frequencies, from kilohertz (kHz) to gigahertz (GHz), and since the speed of light in a vacuum is constant, changing the frequency will directly affect the wavelength.

For example, a higher frequency radio wave will have a shorter wavelength, while a lower frequency wave will exhibit a longer wavelength. This variability in wavelength allows for different applications of radio waves, such as AM and FM radio, microwaves, and other forms of wireless communication, each operating at different frequencies and wavelengths.

The speed of radio waves in a vacuum is always constant (the speed of light), the amplitude of radio waves can vary but is not characteristic of the type of wave itself, and polarization is a property that can also change but is often fixed for a specific transmission. Wavelength, however, is distinctly variable and crucial for the identification and utilization of