Describe the main difference between longitudinal waves and transverse waves. Th

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Describe the main difference between longitudinal waves and transverse waves. The figure on the right shows a series of snapshots of standing waves that are formed on a string, which is fixed at both ends (the figure shows successive deformation of the string in equal time intervals). Draw a graph that shows how the intensity of the vibrations of the string depends on the position along the string. Assume that the intensity of the vibrations is directly proportional to the square of the amplitude of vibration. Calculate the wavelength of electromagnetic waves with the frequency of 10.5 GHz. Explain why there is a current in the metal wire if we connect its ends to a battery. In your explanation use the concept of electric field.

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If the vibrations of the particles of the medium are perpendicular to the propogatioon of teh wave, then the wave is said to be a transverse wave.

If the vibrations of the particles of the medium are parallel to the propogatioon of teh wave, then the wave is said to be a transverse wave.

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