What are the characteristics of a wave and a transverse wave?

Answer 1

A wave is basically the movement of particles in the same directions. These continuous movements create the sense of "rippling" depending on which kind of wave. A wave has a wavelength ( the spacing between the high point of one wave to another) and a frequency ( How often a wave peak goes by).A transverse wave can be distinguished by looking at how each particle moves. Transverse wave particles move up and down perpendicular to direction of wave propogation.

Answer 2

Waves are disturbances that transfer energy through a medium. A transverse wave is a type of wave where the oscillations of the particles are perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation. This results in crests and troughs moving perpendicular to the direction of the wave.

Answer 3

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