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What proves that light is a transverse wave?

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Polarization

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Reflection

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Refraction

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Interference

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Solution

The correct option is A Polarization
A transverse wave is a wave that oscillates perpendicular to its direction of propagation. Polarization of light proved that light is a transverse wave.

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