Q154 / 180 · KCET 2012 · Physics

The phenomenon of polarization shows that light has ......... nature.

A
dual
B
particle
Correct answer
C
transverse
D
longitudinal

Solution

The phenomenon of polarisation is shown by transverse waves.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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