Which one of the following media can transmit both transverse and longitudinal waves?
Correct answer: A. Solid
- A. Solid
- B. Liquid
- C. Gas
- D. All of these
Explanation
Option A is correct.The only medium that can transmit both transverse and longitudinal waves is a solid.Transverse waves can be produced by vibrating a string, while longitudinal waves can be produced by vibrating a membrane. Both of these waves can travel through a solid medium. Solids are made up of tightly packed particles that are held together by forces of attraction. These forces of attraction allow the particles to vibrate back and forth, which is how waves are propagated through solids. In fluids transverse waves die out very quickly and usually cannot be produced at all.
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