Question

Which phenomenon cannot be exhibited by longitudinal waves?

Answer 1

1. Transverse waves are waves in which the vibrating element moves in a direction perpendicular to the direction of advance of the wave.
2. longitudinal waves are a class of waves in which the particles of the of the disturbed medium are displayed in a direction that is parallel to the direction of propagation of the wave.
3. Polarization is defined as a phenomenon caused due to the wave nature of electromagnetic radiation.
4. Polarization is the process through which non-polarized light is converted into polarised light.
5. Polarization occurs only in transverse waves so it is a phenomenon that cannot be exhibited by longitudinal waves.
6. In the process of oscillation, the displacement of the particles is along the direction of propagation so these waves cannot be exhibited.
7. For example, longitudinal waves like sound waves do not exhibit polarization.