Question

Which of the following is 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 propagation of the wave.
• C. The direction of movement of particles is parallel to the direction of movement of the wave.
• D. Information cannot be passed by a transverse wave.

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 propagation of the wave.

In a transverse wave, the particles move about their fixed positions, and the direction of movement of particles is perpendicular to the direction of movement of the wave.

Information can be transmitted from one place to another by any wave. A transverse wave can also transmit information.