Question

A wave in which the energy moves perpendicular to the vibration of the particles of matter is a..

A)compressional wave
B)longitudinal wave
C)sound wave
D)transverse wave

Answer 1

The answer is transverse wave

Answer 2

The Correct Answer is D.

Transverse wave.

Step-by-step explanation:

• In transverse waves, motion of the particles of the medium moves perpendicular in the direction of the wave.
• The upper of the transverse wave is known as the crest.
• The lower of the transverse wave is known as the trough.
• The distance from the crest on one wave to the crest on the next is called the wavelength.
• People think the transverse waves move in an up and down motion, actually which it does not.