Period (physics)

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A period T is the time required for one complete cycle of vibration to pass a given point ^[1]. As the frequency of a wave increases, the period of the wave decreases. Frequency and Period are in reciprocal relationships and can be expressed mathematically as: Period equals the Total time divided by the Number of cycles.

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