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Describe two major differences between transverse and longitudinal waves. Give a practical example of each

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Describe two major differences between transverse and longitudinal waves. Give a practical example of each

anonymous · Answer

transverse waves have particle displacement that's perpendicular to the direction of the wave and longitudinal have particale displacement that's parallel to the direction of the wave

roadjester · Answer

Springs for example propogate in the direction of motion.
Waves on strings propogate perpendicularly to the direction of motion.

anonymous · Answer

yea thats a good example

anonymous · Answer

sorry I wish I could give you both a medal.