Which statements apply to transverse waves? Check all that apply.

The waves have a trough.

Particles move only small distances.

The waves have a crest.

The energy is transferred perpendicular to the direction of the wave motion.

Particles travel the length of the wave, moving in an up-and-down motion.

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Susan Gilbert

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27 June, 15:11

Which statements apply to transverse waves? Check all that apply.

The waves have a trough.

Particles move only small distances.

The waves have a crest.

The energy is transferred perpendicular to the direction of the wave motion.

Particles travel the length of the wave, moving in an up-and-down motion.

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Jamie Rosario · Answer 1

The energy is transferred perpendicular to the direction of the wave motion. Particles travel the length of the wave, moving in an up and down motion. The waves have a crest

Which statements apply to transverse waves? Check all that apply.The waves have a trough.Particles move only small distances.The waves have a crest.The energy is transferred perpendicular to the direction of the wave motion.Particles travel the length of the wave, moving in an up-and-down motion.