Question

Name the two types of mechanical waves.

Answer 1

The two types of mechanical waves are:

1. Transverse wave motion: In this type of motion the wave motion is perpendicular to the direction of propagation of waves.
2. The example for this type of motion is: a ripple in water body.
3. Longitudinal wave motion: Here the wave motion is aligned with (parallel to) the direction of propagation of wave.
4. The example for this type of motion is: sound waves in air.

Thus, the two types of mechanical waves are: Transverse wave motion and Longitudinal wave motion.