A-LevelPhysicsWaves9702/12 · Oct/Nov 2017 · Q231 Mark

Which wave is a longitudinal wave?

Alight wave travelling through air

Bradio wave from a broadcasting station

Cripple on the surface of water

Dsound wave travelling through air

✓ Correct answer

D: sound wave travelling through air

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