Transverse and Longitudinal Waves
 

Transverse and Longitudinal Waves problem 24


Which statement about progressive transverse and longitudinal waves is correct?


  • Particles in a transverse wave have fixed equilibrium positions but those in longitudinal waves do not.


  • Transverse waves can be polarised but longitudinal waves cannot.


  • Transverse waves transfer energy but longitudinal waves do not.


  • Two-source interference can be demonstrated with transverse waves but not with longitudinal waves.


 

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