- In these waves, particles of the medium vibrate parallel to the direction of propagation of the wave.
- These waves can be produced in solids, liquids and gases.
Example - Waves on springs, sound waves
Transverse Waves
- In these waves, particles of the medium vibrate perpendicular to the direction of propagation of the wave.
- These waves can be produced only in solids.
Example - Light waves, radio waves, waves on strings.
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