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26 July, 12:05

Which of the following best describes a transverse wave?

A - displacement of particles is parallel to the direction of wave motion

B - displacement of particles is perpendicular to the direction of wave motion

C - displacement of particles is opposite to the direction of wave motion

D - displacement of particles is in the same the direction of wave motion

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  1. 26 July, 12:28
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    the answer would be B) displacement of particles is perpendicular to the direction of wave motion
  2. 26 July, 12:33
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    Displacement of particles is perpendicular to the direction of wave motion

    Explanation:

    Transverse wave is a type of wave in which the displacement of particles is perpendicular to the direction of wave motion. Other type of wave is longitudinal in which displacement of particles is parallel to the direction of wave motion.

    One of the characteristics of transverse wave is that it travels in the form of crest and trough. Crest is the part where the displacement of particle is maximum while trough is the part where the displacement is minimum.

    Therefore, the correct option is (b).
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