Which of the following statements is accurate?

Question 2 options:

A)

The wavelength of both transverse and longitudinal waves is measured parallel to the direction of the travel of the wave.

B)

Amplitude of longitudinal waves is measured at right angles to the direction of the travel of the wave and represents the maximum distance the molecule has moved from its normal position.

C)

Sound waves passing through the air will do so as transverse waves, which vibrate vertically and still retain their horizontal positions.

D)

Compressions and rarefactions occur throughout a transverse wave.

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Rachel Boyer

24 August, 21:09

Which of the following statements is accurate?

Question 2 options:

A)

The wavelength of both transverse and longitudinal waves is measured parallel to the direction of the travel of the wave.

B)

Amplitude of longitudinal waves is measured at right angles to the direction of the travel of the wave and represents the maximum distance the molecule has moved from its normal position.

C)

Sound waves passing through the air will do so as transverse waves, which vibrate vertically and still retain their horizontal positions.

D)

Compressions and rarefactions occur throughout a transverse wave.

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Linda Lucas · Answer 1

Answer: A and B

Explanation:

A

The wavelength of both transverse and longitudinal waves is measured parallel to the direction of the travel of the wave.

Because wavelength is the distance between the two successful crest or trough.

B)

Amplitude of longitudinal waves is measured at right angles to the direction of the travel of the wave and represents the maximum distance the molecule has moved from its normal position.

Because amplitude is the measure of maximum displacement from the original position