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The diagram shows the identification of two types of waves.

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Which question, represented by X on the diagram, helps to identify the type of wave?

A.
Do the particles transfer energy?

B.
Does the wave have an amplitude?

C.
Does the wave require a medium to travel?

D.
Do the particles travel perpendicular to the wave?

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To determine the type of wave, the best question represented by X in the diagram would be:

C. Does the wave require a medium to travel?

This question helps to differentiate between mechanical waves (which require a medium, such as sound waves) and electromagnetic waves (which do not require a medium, such as light waves). The other options are less effective for distinguishing the types of waves.