Question

In transverse waves, particles:

• A. the direction of propagation of wave
• B. the direction perpendicular to the direction of wave
• C. all the three dimensions
• D. depends on the medium

Answer 1

The correct option is B

the direction perpendicular to the direction of wave

In case of transverse wave, the particles vibrate in the direction perpendicular to that of wave propagation. For example when one ties a string to a fixed end and gives a whip from the other end, the wave generated is a transverse wave.