Physics · Waves and Sound
Consider the following statements regarding waves: 1. If the particles of a medium move along the direction of propagation of the wave, the wave is called a longitudinal wave. 2. If the particles of a medium vibrate perpendicular to the direction of propagation of the wave, the wave is called a transverse wave. 3. Transverse waves involve changes in the shape/shear of the medium, whereas longitudinal waves involve changes in the density/volume of the medium. Which of the statements given above are correct?
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