Which of the following is an example of a longitudinal wave? (2023)

Practice Questions

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Which of the following is an example of a longitudinal wave? (2023)
  1. Light wave
  2. Sound wave
  3. Water wave
  4. Seismic S-wave

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

Which of the following is an example of a longitudinal wave? (2023)
  • Step 1: Understand what a wave is. A wave is a disturbance that travels through space and matter.
  • Step 2: Learn about the two main types of waves: longitudinal waves and transverse waves.
  • Step 3: In a longitudinal wave, the particles of the medium move back and forth in the same direction as the wave travels.
  • Step 4: An example of a longitudinal wave is a sound wave. When sound travels, the air particles vibrate in the same direction as the sound is moving.
  • Step 5: To confirm, remember that in a transverse wave, particles move up and down while the wave moves horizontally, which is different from longitudinal waves.
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