Question

p.8.6 wicor+ vocab 1
which of the following is an example of a transverse wave?
○ ocean waves
○ sound waves
○ earthquake p-waves
○ radio waves

Explanation:

• Ocean waves: They are a combination of transverse and longitudinal wave motions. Particles in ocean waves move in circular paths, not purely transverse.
• Sound waves: These are longitudinal waves. The particles of the medium vibrate parallel to the direction of wave propagation.
• Earthquake P - waves (Primary waves): P - waves are longitudinal seismic waves. They compress and expand the medium (like the Earth's interior) as they travel.
• Radio waves: Radio waves are electromagnetic waves. In electromagnetic waves (which include radio waves, light waves, etc.), the electric and magnetic fields oscillate perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation. This is the characteristic of a transverse wave.

Answer:

Radio waves