Q. Which one of the following statements is true
A) Both light and sound waves in air are longitudinal
B) Both light and sound waves can travel in vacuum
C) Both light and sound waves in air are transverse
D) The sound waves in air are longitudinal while the light waves are transverse
Explanation
(d) Light waves are electromagnetic waves. Light waves are transverse in nature and do not require a medium to travel, hence they can travel in vacuum. Sound waves are longitudinal waves and require a medium to travel. They do not travel in vacuum
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Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
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