dentify the mediums through which the following types of waves can be transmitted by selecting the correct boxes in the table below.

Question

[Select ALL that apply]
sound waves
light waves

Answer 1

To identify the mediums through which sound waves and light waves can be transmitted, here's the breakdown:

Sound Waves:

• Sound waves require a medium to travel. They can be transmitted through:
  • Solid (e.g., metal, wood)
  • Liquid (e.g., water)
  • Gas (e.g., air)

Light Waves:

• Light waves do not require a medium and can travel through:
  • Vacuum (empty space)
  • Solid (e.g., glass)
  • Liquid (e.g., water)
  • Gas (e.g., air)

Summary Table:

| Type of Wave | Solid | Liquid | Gas | Vacuum | | --------------|-------|--------|-----|--------| | Sound Waves | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | | | Light Waves | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |

Please check the relevant boxes according to this information.