MCQ
Which of the following properties show that light is a transverse wave?
- AReflection.
- BInterference.
- CDiffraction.
- ✓Polarization.
✓
Answer
Correct option: D.
Polarization.
Explanation:
Reflection, interference and diffraction are the phenomena shown by both transverse waves and longitudinal waves. Polarization is the phenomenon shown only by transverse waves.
Reflection, interference and diffraction are the phenomena shown by both transverse waves and longitudinal waves. Polarization is the phenomenon shown only by transverse waves.
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