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

Transverse and longitudinal waves — practice question

Which statement correctly describes longitudinal and transverse wave motion in a progressive wave?

  • AAll transverse and longitudinal waves require a medium for propagation.
  • BAll transverse waves travel at the same speed, but longitudinal waves can travel at different speeds.
  • CIn both transverse waves and longitudinal waves, a particle with zero displacement has a maximum speed.
  • DIn a longitudinal wave there is a net movement of particles in the direction of travel of the wave, but there is no net movement of particles in a transverse wave.

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