Give an example of a longitudinal wave.

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A longitudinal wave is a type of mechanical wave.
It propagates in the form of compression and rarefaction.
For example; Sound waves in air as the sound propagates in the form of compression and rarefaction in the air therefore it is considered as a longitudinal wave.

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