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Waves in air, fluids and solids Categorise

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Click on an item, then click on a category to place it. Or, drag and drop the item into the correct category. Organise all items before clicking 'Check'.

Do each of the following statements and examples correspond to transverse, longitudinal waves, or both?

Transverse

Longitudinal

Both

Can be reflected

Particles move in the same direction as energy is transferred in

Example: Electromagnetic wave

Example: Seismic P-waves

Particles move at right-angles to the direction energy travels in

Example: Sound waves

Example: Seismic S-waves

Particles move in a repeated motion

Matter isn't transferred

Energy is transferred from one place to another

Example: Surface water waves

Areas of compression and rarefaction

This is your 1^st attempt! You get 3 marks for each one you get right first time. Good luck!

Pass Mark

70%