Particles of the medium execute ___________ motion during sound wave propagation.

circular

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rotational

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oscillatory

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rectilinear

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Solution

The correct option is C oscillatory
Particles in the sound wave oscillate about its mean position such that energy gets transferred from one particle to another. During wave propagation, the particles of the medium vibrate but do not get permanently displaced.
Hence, particles of the medium execute oscillatory motion during sound propagation.

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Three statements regarding the propagation of sound waves.

I Sound waves propagate through a series of crests and troughs.

II Sound waves require a material medium for their propagation.

III The propagation of sound waves is attributed to the motion of particles.

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Sound wave needs a medium for its propagation.

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