Q118 / 200 · NEET 2006 · Physics

Which one of the following statements is true?

A
Both light and sound waves can travel in vacuum
B
Both light and sound waves in air are transverse
Correct answer
C
The sound waves in air are longitudinal while the light waves are transverse
D
Both light and sound waves in air are longitudinal

Solution

The sound waves in air are longitudinal while the light waves are transverse.

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

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