Ultrahigh frequency waves (UHF)

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Ultrahigh frequency waves (UHF) are a type of short radio wave. Their frequency ranges from 300 to 3,000 megahertz. One megahertz equals 1 million hertz (cycles per second). The wavelength (distance between successive wave crests) of UHF waves measures from 4 to 40 inches (0.1 to 1 meter).

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