What is the Uncertainty Principle

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What does the uncertainty principle state about knowing the position and speed of a particle?
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How does the frequency of a wave relate to the distance between its crests?
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Explain the concept of a wave pulse and how it differs from a continuous wave.
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What is meant by saying that a wave is 'spread out everywhere'?
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Summarize the main idea of the uncertainty principle as it applies to waves.
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