Question

What is the difference between the way matter responds to a transverse wave and a longitudinal wave?

A. Matter moves in the same direction in a longitudinal wave, and at right angles to the direction of a transverse wave.
B. Matter moves at right angles to the direction of a longitudinal wave, and at right angles to the direction of a transverse wave.
C. A longitudinal wave does not need matter through which to travel, while a transverse wave does.
D. A longitudinal wave needs matter through which to travel, while a transverse wave does not.

Answer 1

B

Step-by-step explanation:

Transverse waves cause the medium to move perpendicular to the direction of the wave. Longitudinal waves cause the medium to move parallel to the direction of the wave.