Question
How are longitudinal and transverse waves defined?
Answers
GPT 3.5
Longitudinal waves are defined as waves in which the displacement of the medium is in the same direction as the direction of energy transfer. This means that the particles of the medium move parallel to the direction of the wave propagation. Sound waves are an example of longitudinal waves.
Transverse waves, on the other hand, are defined as waves in which the displacement of the medium is perpendicular to the direction of energy transfer. This means that the particles of the medium move perpendicular to the direction of the wave propagation. Light waves and water waves are examples of transverse waves.
Transverse waves, on the other hand, are defined as waves in which the displacement of the medium is perpendicular to the direction of energy transfer. This means that the particles of the medium move perpendicular to the direction of the wave propagation. Light waves and water waves are examples of transverse waves.