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Physics (AS & A Level) · May / June 2017 · Paper 12 · Question 23

9702Transverse and longitudinal waves

Which statement about progressive longitudinal waves is not correct?

  1. AThe oscillations of the particles are parallel to the direction of travel of the wave energy.
  2. BThey have a series of nodes and antinodes.
  3. CThey need a medium through which to travel.
  4. DThey transfer energy.

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Correct answer: B. They have a series of nodes and antinodes.

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