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frequency

[free-kwuhn-see] / ˈfri kwən si /


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Scientists say human-induced climate change is increasing the frequency and intensity of extreme heat events in Japan and elsewhere.

From Barron's Jul. 22, 2026

The system could also convert the frequency of light without requiring additional specialized components.

From Science Daily Jul. 22, 2026

The scientists also assessed availability of water in spring and summer, and drought frequency.

From BBC Jul. 15, 2026

It doesn’t possess regional proximity or regular frequency, either.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 15, 2026

Notice that the fourth harmonic is also twice the frequency of the second harmonic, and the sixth harmonic is also twice the frequency of the third harmonic.

From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones

Researchers found no convincing technosignatures within the narrowband radio frequencies they examined.

From Science Daily Jul. 14, 2026

Kossuth's frequencies were instead broadcasting classical music station Bartok Radio, according to AFP news agency.

From BBC Jul. 7, 2026

The new aircraft deliveries will support higher frequencies, the restoration of suspended routes and entry into new destinations across Asia and Europe, the analysts add.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 1, 2026

Wireless spectrum are the frequencies calls and data travel.

From Barron's Jun. 29, 2026

At this stage Francis’ interest began to perk up, and at increasing frequencies he would look up from his calculations to glance at the model.

From "Double Helix" by James D. Watson




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