Which statement correctly distinguishes the particle motion in transverse and…
PHYSICS · Single correct · A Level · Physics · Waves · Waves
Problem
Which statement correctly distinguishes the particle motion in transverse and longitudinal mechanical waves?
(a) In transverse waves, particles oscillate parallel to the direction of wave propagation, whereas in longitudinal waves they oscillate perpendicular to it.
(b) In transverse waves, particles remain essentially stationary while the disturbance travels, whereas in longitudinal waves they oscillate parallel to the direction of propagation.
(c) In transverse waves, particles oscillate perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation, whereas in longitudinal waves they oscillate parallel to it.
(d) Both transverse and longitudinal waves involve particle oscillations perpendicular to the direction of propagation.