Question
yx A stretched spring attached to two tixed points is compressed and released as shown below.
The resulting wave travels back and forth between the two fixed ends of the spring until it comes to a stop. This mechanical wa is an example of a -
transverse wave.
longitudinal wave.
undulating wave.
1x D light wave.
The resulting wave travels back and forth between the two fixed ends of the spring until it comes to a stop. This mechanical wa is an example of a -
transverse wave.
longitudinal wave.
undulating wave.
1x D light wave.
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The scenario you described involving a stretched spring being compressed and released pertains to the movement of the particles in the medium (the spring) being parallel to the direction of the wave propagation. This type of mechanical wave is an example of a **longitudinal wave**.
In a longitudinal wave, the particles of the medium move back and forth in the same direction as the wave travels, creating regions of compression and rarefaction. Thus, the correct answer is:
**longitudinal wave.**
In a longitudinal wave, the particles of the medium move back and forth in the same direction as the wave travels, creating regions of compression and rarefaction. Thus, the correct answer is:
**longitudinal wave.**