MCQ
It is possible to distinguish between the transverse and longitudinal waves by studying the property of
- AInterference
- BDiffraction
- CReflection
- ✓Polarisation
✓
Answer
Correct option: D.
Polarisation
d
(d) Interference, diffraction and reflection occurs in both transverse and longitudinal waves.
(d) Interference, diffraction and reflection occurs in both transverse and longitudinal waves.
Polarisation occurs only in transverse waves.
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