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    Question

    Which of the following is NOT an example of longitudinal

    waves?
    A Sound waves Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Seismic P-waves Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Ultrasound waves Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Electromagnetic waves Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Electromagnetic waves, unlike sound or seismic P-waves, are transverse waves where the oscillations of the electromagnetic fields are perpendicular to the direction of wave travel.

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