Which of these is not an example of mechanical wave?

Sound waves

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Light waves

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Seismic waves

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Water waves

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Solution

The correct option is B Light waves
Sound waves, seismic waves and water waves are examples of mechanical waves because they require a material medium for their propagation. Light wave does not require any material medium for its propagation. So, it is not a mechanical wave.

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