Practice question · Select all that apply
Which of the following correctly describe transverse waves?
Hints
- Compare the direction of oscillation with the direction of travel.
- Sound propagates by compressing the medium along the travel direction.
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- C. The medium oscillates perpendicular to the direction of propagation
- D. Electromagnetic waves in vacuum are transverse
Why
Transverse waves have displacement perpendicular to propagation; EM waves are transverse. Sound is longitudinal.
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