Question

In what direction is matter displaced in a traverse wave

A. In the same direction of the energy flow

B. In the opposite direction of the energy flow

C. In a spiral around the energy flow

D. At a right angle to the energy flow

Answer 1

In a transverse wave, the matter is displaced perpendicular (at a right angle) to the direction of energy flow. Therefore, the correct answer is D.

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