Question

    Which type of wave is NOT classified as

    longitudinal?
    A Sound waves Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Seismic P-waves Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Ultrasound waves Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Electromagnetic waves Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Electromagnetic waves propagate as transverse waves, with their oscillations occurring perpendicular to the direction of wave travel, unlike longitudinal waves where oscillations occur parallel to the direction of propagation.

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