Physics
Grade-8
Easy

Question

The picture below represents a _____ wave.

  1. Transverse wave
  2. Longitudinal wave
  3. Sound wave
  4. Water wave

hintHint:

A transverse wave is a wave in which the particles of the medium vibrate in a direction perpendicular to the direction of propagation of the wave.

The correct answer is: Transverse wave


    •  A guitar string's motion shows a transverse wave.
    • Because it oscillates up and down perpendicular to its axis of motion.
    • Transverse wave has an alternating pattern of crests and troughs.
    • So, the correct option is a.