Question

Which of the following shows the characteristics of mechanical waves?

• A. Transport energy only
• B. Need medium to travel
• C. Propagates as an oscillation of particle of matter
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (C)

The correct options are
A

Transport energy only

B

Need medium to travel

C

Propagates as an oscillation of particle of matter

Mechanical waves propagate as an oscillation of matter and require medium to transport their energy. Particles move to and fro about their equilibrium position to transfer energy. There is no transport of matter.