Wave Classification Quiz

In longitudinal waves, how do the particles vibrate?

• Parallel to the direction of energy

• Circular motion

• Random motion

• Perpendicular to the direction of energy

What are the places where the coils or particles are bunched together called in longitudinal waves?

• Rare factions

• Compressions

• Expansions

• Contractions

Which type of wave is sound an example of?

• Transverse

• Longitudinal

• Circular

• Horizontal

In transverse waves, how do the particles vibrate?

• Left to right

• Up and down

• Back and forth

• Circular motion

What type of waves are used to show the wavelength and amplitude?

• Longitudinal

• Sound

• Transverse

• Electromagnetic

What are the two types of waves?

• longitudinal and transverse

• sound and light