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PHY 104 PHY 104 Past Questions Objective Question

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Ultrasonic waves produced by a vibrating quartz crystal are
Options
A only longitudinal
Correct Answer
B only transverse
C both longitudinal and transverse
D neither longitudinal nor transverse
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Ultrasonic waves in a medium (like air or water) are longitudinal waves, where the particle displacement is parallel to the direction of wave propagation. In a solid crystal, quartz can produce both longitudinal and transverse ultrasonic waves depending on the cut, but the question likely refers to ultrasonic waves in general, which are longitudinal.

Hint

Ultrasonic waves are sound waves, which are longitudinal.

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