Question

In transverse waves, particles move in:

• 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

Transverse waves are characterized by motion of particles of the medium in the direction perpendicular to that of wave propagation. Light waves, water waves, etc are type of transverse waves.