Question

Sound waves transfer

• A. energy
• B. Momentum
• C. both energy and momentum
• D. Only energy not momentum

Answer 1

The correct option is C

both energy and momentum

The explanation for the correct option:

In the case of Option C,

1. By pressurizing and depressurizing the particles in the medium in the direction of propagation, the sound wave moves.
2. When a sound wave that resembles a mechanical wave moves, energy and momentum are also transferred.
3. When sound travels through solid or air particles, energy is transferred through their vibration.

Hence option C is the correct answer.