Question

Compare transverse waves and longitudinal waves. In your answer, describe how the particles move in each type of wave and give one example of each.(4 points) give me a simple answer

Answer 1

1) Transverse waves: particles move perpendicular (at right angles) to the direction the wave travels.
2) Example: waves on a string or electromagnetic (light) waves.

3) Longitudinal waves: particles move parallel (back and forth) to the direction the wave travels.
4) Example: sound waves in air or compressions in a spring.