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No. Only transverse waves can be polarized Ultrasonic wasves are sound waves, therefore are longitudinal.

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What is the reason for ultrasonic waves not being in the form of electromagnetic waves?

Ultrasonic waves are high frequency sonic waves. They're sound, which is mechanical energy. Electromagnetic waves are waves of electromagnetic energy, like radio waves or light. Mechanical energy is different from electromagnetic energy, hence the reason for ultrasonic waves not taking the form of electromagnetic waves.


What is the speed of ultrasonic waves in vacuum is equal to what is the speed of audible sound in air?

No, ultrasonic wave do not travel at all in a vacuum.


S and p polarized em wave?

In the context of electromagnetic (EM) waves, the terms "s-polarized" and "p-polarized" refer to the polarization state of the wave. In s-polarized waves, the electric field vector is perpendicular to the plane of incidence, while in p-polarized waves, the electric field vector lies in the plane of incidence. These terms are commonly used in the study of optics and are important in understanding how EM waves interact with different materials.


Is an ultrasonic wave visible to the naked eye and if not is there a way to add visibility to it?

Ultrasonic waves are not visible to the naked eye because they are sound waves with frequencies above the range of human hearing, typically above 20 kHz. To make ultrasonic waves visible, specialized equipment like ultrasonic imaging or visualization systems can be used, which convert the ultrasonic signals into a visual format, such as images or graphs. Additionally, certain materials can be made to fluoresce or react under ultrasonic waves, indirectly indicating their presence.


Can sound waves be polarized like electromagnetic waves can?

For polarization the direction of the oscillation has to be perpendicular to the direction of travel. In sound waves, which are longitudinal waves, this isn't the case and thereby can not be polarized.

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Can ultrasonic waves be polarised?

No, ultrasonic waves cannot be polarized because they are mechanical waves that oscillate in a direction perpendicular to their direction of propagation. Polarization only applies to electromagnetic waves.


Transverse waves that vibrate in one direction only are called....?

Polarized waves.


Which animal can hear ultrasonic waves?

whale can hear ultrasonic sound waves.


What kind of waves can be polarized?

Transverse waves can be polarized. This includes electromagnetic waves such as light, as well as other types of waves like water waves and seismic waves. Longitudinal waves, on the other hand, cannot be polarized.


Are ultrasonic waves called as electromagnetic wave?

No ultrasonic waves are not a form of electromagnetic wave. Ultrasonic waves are nothing more than high frequency sound waves. They can be made with a suitable speaker or transducer.


What would an image look like that shows polarized light waves?

Polarized light waves


What is the standard value of velocity and wavelenght of ultrasonic waves in benzene?

The standard value of velocity of ultrasonic waves in benzene liquid is 1260 m/sec.


Explain how ultrasonic waves can be produced in the laboratory?

Ultrasonic waves can be produced in the laboratory using a device called an ultrasonic transducer. The transducer converts electrical energy into mechanical vibrations, which generate the ultrasonic waves. These waves can be used for various applications, including medical imaging, cleaning, and material testing.


How can you trace ultrasonic waves?

Ultrasonic waves can be traced using ultrasonic sensors that emit the waves and then detect their reflections. These sensors send out high-frequency sound waves that bounce off objects and return to the sensor, allowing for measurement of distance, presence, or motion based on the time it takes for the waves to return. By analyzing the wave reflections, it is possible to trace the path and interactions of ultrasonic waves.


Can you see ultrasonic sound waves?

Sound waves- ultrasonic, sonic, or intrasonic are generally invisible. You cannot see sound.


Can ultrasonic wave pass through 1Cm thick iron plate?

No, ultrasonic waves will have difficulty passing through a 1cm thick iron plate due to the high density and thickness of the material. Iron is known to be a good reflector and attenuator of ultrasonic waves, making it an obstruction to their passage.


Which type of waves can be polarized?

Transverse waves can be polarized. These waves vibrate perpendicular to the direction of their propagation, allowing them to be filtered based on their orientation. Longitudinal waves, on the other hand, cannot be polarized because their vibrations are parallel to their direction of travel.