A traveling wave, in which the particles of the disturbed medium move perpendicular to the direction of propagation of the wave is called:
Correct answer: A. Transverse wave
- A. Transverse wave
- B. Longitudinal wave
- C. Standing wave
- D. shock wave
Explanation
Longitudinal waves are those waves in which particles of the disturbed medium move parallel to the direction of propagation of the wave. Transverse waves are those waves in which the particles of the disturbed medium move perpendicular to the direction of progagation of the wave. A shock wave is considered to be a longitudinal wave and a standing waves are not progressive or travelling waves as they do not transfer energy.
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