Question

Which of the following statements are true regarding a transverse wave?

• A. Particles move about their fixed positions.
• B. The direction of movement of particles is perpendicular to the direction of movement of the wave
• C. The direction of movement of particles is parallel to the direction of movement of the wave.
• D. None of these

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B)

The correct options are
A Particles move about their fixed positions.
B The direction of movement of particles is perpendicular to the direction of movement of the wave

In a transverse wave, the particles oscillate about their mean positions. Moreover, the direction of oscillation of particles is perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation.