Question

What is meant by the term longitudinal wave?​

Answer 1

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Longitudinal waves are those in which the particles of a medium vibrate to and fro in the direction of propagation of the wave through the medium. Sound wave is an example of longitudinal wave.

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Answer 2

a wave in which the direction of displacement is the same as the direction of propagation, as a sound wave.