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Mechanical waves do not require a medium to travel.


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The correct option is B

False


Mechanical wave depends on particle interaction to transport their energy from one location to another. They cannot travel through vacuum, which are void of particles. Sound wave is an example of a mechanical wave, which is not capable of travelling through a vacuum.


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