The type of wave formed in the string shown below is an example of:

Transverse wave

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Longitudinal wave

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Electromagnetic wave

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Non-mechanical wave

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Solution

The correct option is A Transverse wave
As we can see, the wave is propagating along the horizontal direction while the particles are oscillating in the vertical plane. Hence, this is an example of a transverse wave.

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