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  • Understanding Mechanical Waves: Transverse & Longitudinal
    Two types of mechanical waves are:

    1. Transverse waves: These waves oscillate perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation. Think of a wave on a string, where the string moves up and down while the wave travels horizontally. Examples include:

    * Light waves

    * Electromagnetic waves

    * Waves on a string

    * Seismic S-waves

    2. Longitudinal waves: These waves oscillate parallel to the direction of wave propagation. Imagine compressing a spring, creating a region of high density followed by a region of low density. This compression and rarefaction propagates along the spring. Examples include:

    * Sound waves

    * Seismic P-waves

    * Waves in a spring

    Let me know if you'd like more details on these wave types!

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