The illustration depicts the categorization of two wave types.
Waves:
Yes -> mechanical waves:
longitudinal wave
transverse wave
No -> electromagnetic waves -> transverse wave
Which question, denoted as X in the diagram, aids in determining the wave type?
A. Does the wave have an amplitude?
B. Does the wave require a medium to travel?
C. Do the particles travel perpendicular to the wave?
D. Do the particles transfer energy?
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B. Does the wave require a medium to travel?
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