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In a transverse wave, the particles of t...

In a transverse wave, the particles of the medium

A

vibrate in a direction perpendicular to the direction of the propagation.

B

vibrate in a direction parallel to the direction or of the propagation

C

move in circle

D

move in ellipse

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In a transverse wave, the particles of the medium vibrate in a direction perpendicular to the direction of the propagation.
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