What is the difference between Transverse and Longitudinal Waves?

Asked by emeka_nwankwo · 6 months ago

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amorebise · 6 months ago Top Answer

Transverse: The vibration is perpendicular to the direction of travel. E.g., Light waves, water ripples.

Longitudinal: The vibration is parallel to the direction of travel. E.g., Sound waves.

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