Q.

A transverse wave travels along the Z-axis. The particles of the medium must move

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a

Along the Y-axis

b

in the X-Y plane

c

Along the X-axis

d

Along the Z-axis

answer is D.

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Detailed Solution

In the case of a transverse wave, the medium's particles travel perpendicular to the direction of the wave propagation. If a transverse wave moves along the z-axis. As every line in the X-Y plane is perpendicular to the z-axis, any movement of a medium particle must occur in the X-Y plane.

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A transverse wave travels along the Z-axis. The particles of the medium must move