WBJEE · Physics · Electromagnetic Waves
Longitudinal waves cannot
- A have a unique wave length
- B have a unique wave velocity
- C transmit energy
- D be polarized
Answer & Solution
Correct Answer
(D) be polarized
Step-by-step Solution
Detailed explanation
Longitudinal waves cannot be polarized. The reason behind this is that the transverse waves can vibrate in all directions perpendicular to the direction of propagation. It is therefore feasible to continue the vibration to a single plane.
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