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Whats the difference by a transverse wave and a longitudinal wave?

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Transverse Waves are when the displacement of the medium is perpendicular to the direction of propagation of the wave. Longitudinal Waves are when the displacement of the medium is parallel to the direction of propagation of the wave.
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