Transverse Waves

Question 1

What are the two main types of wave?

Answer 1

Transverse and Longitudinal

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Question 2

How do transverse waves travel?

Answer 2

A transverse wave travels at a right angle to the disturbance.

Question 3

How do longitudinal waves travel?

Answer 3

A longitudinal wave travels in the same direction as the disturbance that caused it.

Question 4

What are two examples of Transverse waves?

Answer 4

Waves on a rope
Water waves

Question 5

What are two examples of Longitudinal waves?

Answer 5

Sound waves
Ultrasound