NEET Physics Wave Motion MCQ Question
Which of the following statements about wave motion and propagation is correct?
All waves require a medium for propagation.
Electromagnetic waves can travel through a vacuum.
Mechanical waves can propagate through a vacuum.
Sound waves require a medium but can also travel in a vacuum.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Electromagnetic waves, such as light, can indeed travel through a vacuum, as stated in the context. In contrast, mechanical waves, like sound waves, require a medium for propagation and cannot travel through a vacuum.
Found an issue with this question?
Related Questions
More from Wave Motion
More from
A diagram shows a wave in a solid medium with particles oscillating perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation. Which type of wave is being de...
Which of the following combinations about transverse and longitudinal waves is correct?
Which of the following statements about transverse and longitudinal waves is correct?