LaTeX Nu (ν) - Complete Guide

The Greek letter nu (ν) is used for frequency in physics and other scientific quantities.

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LaTeX Code

Method 1: Using \nu

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\nu

Standard nu symbol

What is the LaTeX Nu?

Nu is the thirteenth letter of the Greek alphabet. In physics, it primarily represents frequency (the number of cycles per unit time). It can also represent other quantities in different contexts.

How to Use Nu in LaTeX

Method 1: Using \nu

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Standard nu symbol

Example: Using \nu

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\documentclass{article}

\begin{document}

% Using the Nu
Text with \nu

\end{document}

Common Use Cases

The Nu symbol is commonly used in the following contexts:

Frequency

Represents frequency in physics.

Code

Frequency: $\nu = \frac{c}{\lambda}$

Output

Frequency: ν = c/λ

Electromagnetic Waves

Used for frequency in wave equations.

Code

Energy of photon: $E = h\nu$

Output

Energy of photon: E = hν

Complete Examples

Frequency Relationship

Frequency and wavelength relationship

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\documentclass{article}
\begin{document}

The frequency $\nu$ and wavelength $\lambda$ are related by: $\nu = \frac{c}{\lambda}$, where $c$ is the speed of light.

\end{document}