A wave in which particles vibrate perpendicular to direction of propagation is MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A wave in which particles vibrate perpendicular to direction of propagation is
A. Sound wave in air
B. Transverse
C. Longitudinal
D. Both A and C
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Transverse: e.g., light, waves on string. Sound in air longitudinal.

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