Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Transverse and longitudinal waves

Transverse and longitudinal waves — practice question

Which observation provides evidence that sound waves are longitudinal?

  • ASound can be reflected from a solid surface.
  • BSound cannot be polarised.
  • CSound is diffracted around corners.
  • DSound is refracted as it passes from hot air to cold air.

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