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Which of the following is a true statement about waves?
A.
Waves are never affected when they interact with matter.
B.
Waves can transfer energy when they interact with matter.
C.
All waves travel longitudinally and compressionally at the same time.
D.
All waves require a medium through which they can travel.
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B. Waves can transfer energy when they interact with matter.
Explanation: Waves carry energy (and sometimes momentum) and can transfer that energy to matter (e.g., heating, pushing, or causing vibration). Options A, C, and D are incorrect for reasons such as waves being affected by matter, not all waves being longitudinal, and electromagnetic waves not requiring a medium.
Explanation: Waves carry energy (and sometimes momentum) and can transfer that energy to matter (e.g., heating, pushing, or causing vibration). Options A, C, and D are incorrect for reasons such as waves being affected by matter, not all waves being longitudinal, and electromagnetic waves not requiring a medium.
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