In a transverse wave, the particles of the medium:
  • A
    Vibrate in a direction perpendicular to the direction of the propagation.
  • B
    Vibrate in a direction parallel to the direction of the direction of the propagation
  • C
    Move in circle
  • D
    Move in ellipse
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