Question
Which of the following properties show that light is a transverse wave?
- Reflection.
- Interference.
- Diffraction.
- Polarization.
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Answer
- Polarization.
Explanation:
Reflection, interference and diffraction are the phenomena shown by both transverse waves and longitudinal waves. Polarization is the phenomenon shown only by transverse waves.
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