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

Transverse and longitudinal waves — practice question

Which statement concerning progressive longitudinal waves is incorrect?

  • AThe oscillations of the particles are parallel to the direction of travel of the wave energy.
  • BThey have a series of nodes and antinodes.
  • CThey need a medium through which to travel.
  • DThey transfer energy.

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