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Which type of waves can propagate in solids?
Which type of waves can propagate in solids?
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The correct option is A Both transverse and longitudinal
A sound wave in solid medium can be either transverse or longitudinal. It must be noted that transverse mechanical waves can only occur in solids. This is because rigidity of medium is required for the waves to be transverse.
A sound wave in solid medium can be either transverse or longitudinal. It must be noted that transverse mechanical waves can only occur in solids. This is because rigidity of medium is required for the waves to be transverse.
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