Interactive Simulator · Transverse and longitudinal waves
Two Ways to Wave
Switch between a transverse and a longitudinal wave and watch how the particles move relative to the direction the energy travels.
Mission
Predict which type of wave can be polarised.
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Which type of wave can be polarised?
current wavetransverse
particle oscillationperpendicular to travel
Transverse: oscillation perpendicular to travel; longitudinal: parallel. Only transverse waves can be polarised.