Physics-Transverse & Longitudinal Waves
NEET Physics Transverse & Longitudinal Waves MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-fact-Easy-Class 11
In which type of wave does the particle motion occur parallel to the direction of wave propagation?
A
Longitudinal waves
B
Transverse waves
C
Surface waves
D
Standing waves
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
In longitudinal waves, the displacement of an element of the medium is parallel to the direction of propagation of the wave, as described in the NCERT context.
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