Question

What is a longitudinal wave? In which medium: solid, liquid or gas, can it be produced?

March 28, 2024

Answer

The wave in which the particles of medium vibrate about their mean positions, in the direction of propagation of sound is called a Longitudinal wave.

Longitudinal waves can be produced in solids, liquids as well as gases.

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