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2 October, 12:08

Compare and contrast mechanical waves to electromagnetic waves

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    Answer:Electromagnetic waves are waves that have no medium to travel whereas mechanical waves need a medium for its transmission. Electromagnetic waves travel in a vacuum whereas mechanical waves do not ... While an electromagnetic wave is called just a disturbance, a mechanical wave is considered a periodic disturbance.
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