Class 9 Science - Chapter Sound NCERT Solutions | Why is sound wave called a longitudinal

Welcome to the NCERT Solutions for Class 9th Science - Chapter Sound. This page offers a step-by-step solution to the specific question from Exercise 11, Question 4: why is sound wave called a longitudinal wave....
Question 4

Why is sound wave called a longitudinal wave?

Answer

In longitudinal waves, the motion of the individual particles of the medium is in a direction that is parallel to the direction of energy transport. A longitudinal wave can be created in a slinky if the slinky is stretched out in a horizontal direction and the first coils of the slinky are vibrated horizontally. This is known as longitudinal wave.

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