MyQuestionIcon

1

You visited us 1 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!

Introduction to Waves

Which of thes...

Question

Which of these is an example of a transverse and non-mechanical wave?

Open in App

Solution

Lightis an electromagnetic wave. It does not need a medium for its propagation. Light is a transverse and non-mechanical wave whereas sound waves, ocean waves and sesmic waves need a medium to propagate.

Suggest Corrections

thumbs-up

0

Similar questions

Q. Assertion: Diffraction takes place for all types of waves mechanical or non-mechanical, transverse or longitudinal.
Reason: Diffraction's effect are perceptible only if wavelength of wave is comparable to dimensions of diffracting device.

Give Examples Of Mechanical Waves That Can Travel As Transverse Waves

Why a transverse wave can be either mechanical or non-mechanical wave ?

Q. Which of these is not an example of mechanical wave?

Q. Which row shows an example of a transverse wave and an example of a longitudinal wave?

	Transverse	Longitudinal
A	light	radio
B	radio	sound
C	sound	water
D	water	light

View More

Join BYJU'S Learning Program

similar_icon

Related Videos

lock

introduction to waves tackle

PHYSICS

Watch in App

explore_more_icon

Explore more

Introduction to Waves

Standard IX Physics

Join BYJU'S Learning Program

CrossIcon