Question

Define mechanical waves with examples.

Answer 1

1. Wave is a form of energy that flows from one point to another.
2. On the basis of medium requirement, it is categorized into two parts i.e. mechanical and non-mechanical waves.
3. A mechanical wave is a type of wave which needs a medium to travel.
4. As it is a type of energy transfer that needs particles to be propagated, that's why it requires a material medium to propagate.
5. Examples of mechanical waves are sound waves and seismic waves.