Sounds wave are not polarized in air because:
Correct answer: A. They are longitudinal waves
- A. They are longitudinal waves
- B. They are transverse waves
- C. They need media for its propagation
- D. They have shorter wave lengths
Explanation
Longitudinal waves' oscillations are parallel to their propagation, preventing the required transverse restriction for polarization.This is the fundamental reason sound waves can't be polarized.Therefore this is the correct answer.
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