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Transverse and Longitudinal Waves

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A wave is a disturbance created in an elastic medium and it transfers matter from one place to another.

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The correct option is B
False

A wave is a disturbance created in an elastic medium and it transfers energy from one place to another not the matter. This energy can be in any form. For example, heat is transferred in solids from one end to the other by means of vibrations of molecules, and it is known as conduction of heat in solids.

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