Visible light is an example of a wave. is visible light a transverse or a longitudinal wave?
A) Transverse wave
B) Longitudinal wave
C) Both transverse and longitudinal
D) Neither transverse nor longitudinal
Correct Answer:
A) Transverse wave
Explanation:
Visible light is a type of electromagnetic wave, and electromagnetic waves are transverse waves. In a transverse wave, the oscillations (vibrations) of the wave occur perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation. Options B, C, and D are not accurate descriptions of visible light as a wave.
