Question 9 of 70 in Light and Sound

Light Waves

1 mark · Normal

State whether light waves are transverse or longitudinal.

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Transverse

Also accept: Light waves are transverse waves.; Transverse wave

Common mistakes: Longitudinal

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B1 · 1 mark · Correctly identifies that light waves are transverse.

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Light waves are transverse waves.

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