Differentiate between transverse waves and longitudinal waves.

Explanation

i) Transverse waves: In this wave motion particles vibrate about their mean position perpendicular to the direction of propagation of the wave.
Examples: a) A wave in a stretched string. , b) Ripples on the surface of water. c) Electromagnetic waves.
ii) Longitudinal waves : In this wave motion particles vibrate back and forth about their mean position along the direction of propagation of the wave.
Examples: a) Sound waves. b) Wave produced in stretched spring.