Q143 / 160 · TS EAMCET 2021 (05 Aug Shift 2) · Physics

Which of the following is not a transverse wave?

A
Light waves
Correct answer
B
Sound waves
C
Waves on a violin string
D
Water waves

Solution

Light waves, wave on string and water haves has its particle vibration in direction perpendicular to wave motion, so they are transverse wave.
Sound wave has its particle vibration direction along the direction of wave motion, so it is a longitudinal wave.

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

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