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Distinguish between transverse and longitudinal waves.

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Knowledge Check

  • It is possible to distinguish between the transverse and longitudinal waves by studying the property of

    A
    interference
    B
    diffraction
    C
    relflection
    D
    polarisation

  • Assertion : Solids, can support both longitudinal and transverse waves but only longitudinal waves can propagate in gases. Reason : For the proagation of transverse waves, medium must also necessarily have the property of rigidity.

    A
    If both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion.
    B
    If both assertion and reason are true and reason is not the correct explanation of assertion.
    C
    If assertion is true but reason is false.
    D
    If assertion and reason both are false.

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