The illustration depicts the categorization of two wave types.

Question

 

Which question, denoted as X in the diagram, aids in determining the wave type?

(1 point)
Responses

Do the particles travel perpendicular to the wave?
Do the particles travel perpendicular to the wave?

Does the wave have an amplitude?
Does the wave have an amplitude?

Does the wave require a medium to travel?
Does the wave require a medium to travel?

Do the particles transfer energy

Answer 1

The question that aids in determining the wave type is:

Does the wave require a medium to travel?

This question helps distinguish between mechanical waves (which require a medium) and electromagnetic waves (which do not require a medium).