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What is a transverse wave? |
A transverse wave is a moving wave that consists of oscillations occurring perpendicular (or right angled) to the direction of energy transfer. |
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What is a longitudinal wave? |
Longitudinal waves, also known as "l-waves", are waves in which the displacement of the medium is in the same direction as, or the opposite direction to, the direction of travel of the wave. |
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What is the wavespeed formula? |
v=fy |
