In longitudinal waves, particles move in the direction to the propagation of the wave.

parallel

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The correct option is A parallel
Longitudinal waves are characterized by the motion of particles of the medium along the direction of wave propagation. Particles make to and fro motion in the direction of wave propagation and transfer energy to the neighbouring particles.

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Particles in a longitudinal wave move parallel to the direction of the wave propagation.

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