Physics 0625 · IGCSE · General properties of waves

General properties of waves — practice question

Which description and example are right for a transverse wave?

  • AThe direction of vibration is parallel to the direction of propagation; sound
  • BThe direction of vibration is parallel to the direction of propagation; waves on a rope
  • CThe direction of vibration is at right angles to the direction of propagation; sound
  • DThe direction of vibration is at right angles to the direction of propagation; waves on a rope

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