Which of the following media can a longitudinal wave like sound not travel through?
A
Solid
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B
Liquid
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C
Gas
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D
Vacuum
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Solution
The correct option is D Vacuum Longitudinal wave is a type of mechanical wave. These require a particle-interaction to transport their energy. There are no particles in a vacuum. Only electromagnetic waves can travel through a vacuum .