MCQ
Dispersion can take place for
  • A
    Transverse waves only but not for longitudinal waves
  • B
    Longitudinal waves only but not for transverse waves
  • Both transverse and longitudinal waves
  • D
     Neither transverse nor longitudinal waves

Answer

Correct option: C.
Both transverse and longitudinal waves
Both transverse and longitudinal waves

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