Sound waves are longitudinal. Describe a longitudinal sound wave?

A wave where the oscillations are parallel to the direction of energy transfer causing areas of compression and rarefaction

MB
Answered by Marie B. Physics tutor

7283 Views

See similar Physics GCSE tutors

Related Physics GCSE answers

All answers ▸

A car's speed changes from 10m\s to 40m\s in 10 seconds. What is its acceleration?


Sketch a graoh of current against potential difference for a filament lamp and explain its shape.


How do current and voltage vary in series and parallel circuits, respectively?


What is the difference between a longitudinal and a transverse wave?


We're here to help

contact us iconContact usWhatsapp logoMessage us on Whatsapptelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

© MyTutorWeb Ltd 2013–2025

Terms & Conditions|Privacy Policy
Cookie Preferences