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Glossary:Phase velocity
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Phase velocity is the velocity of a given point, as defined by the phase angle on a sinusoidal wave. When the phase velocity and the frequency remain constant, it is a nondispersing wave. If the phase velocity and the frequency are not constant, the wave disperses.