MCQ
Mechanical waves on the surface of a liquid are
  • A
    Transverse
  • B
    Longitudinal
  • C
    Torsional
  • Both transverse and longitudinal

Answer

Correct option: D.
Both transverse and longitudinal
d
The mechanical waves on the surface of a liquid are both the transverse as well as the longitudinal waves.

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