P4 comparison between longitudinal and transverse waves

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Two types of waves are longitudinal and transverse. The particles in these waves move in different ways. Compare the movement of particles in longitudinal and transverse waves. You may use labelled diagrams in your answer.

........................................................................................................................................... ........................................................................................................................................... ........................................................................................................................................... ........................................................................................................................................... ...................................................................................................................................... [3] (b) The frequency of an ultrasound wave is 25 000 Hz. Can humans hear this ultrasound? ................................ Explain your answer. ................................................................................................................................................... ................................................................................................................................................... ................................................................................................................................................... [2] [Total: 6]

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