Question
In what type of wave (transverse or longitudinal)are the vibrations perpendicular to the direction of energy transfer? longitudinal transverse
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Clara
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Answer
Transverse
Explanation
This question is asking about the type of wave in which the vibrations or oscillations of the particles are perpendicular (at a right angle) to the direction of energy transfer or wave propagation. The two options provided are longitudinal waves and transverse waves. In a longitudinal wave, the particles of the medium vibrate back and forth along the same direction that the wave travels, which means the vibrations are parallel to the direction of energy transfer. Examples of longitudinal waves include sound waves in air and waves in a slinky where the coils move back and forth along the direction of the wave.On the other hand, in a transverse wave, the particles of the medium vibrate up and down or side to side, perpendicular to the direction of energy transfer. Examples of transverse waves include waves on a string and light waves.