Question

    Sound waves in air

    are:
    A Transverse Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Longitudinal Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Both Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D None Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    In air, sound waves travel as compressions and rarefactions, i.e., particles move back and forth along the direction of wave travel. Such waves are longitudinal.

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