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General Knowledge · Q1117

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Competitive Exams · General Knowledge · question 1117

Q1117

Longitudinal waves cannot travel through

A.
Vacuum
Answer
B.
Solid
C.
Liquid
D.
Gas

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Sound waves are longitudinal waves. They cause particles to vibrate parallel to the direction of wave travel. Sound cannot travel through a vacuum because there are no particles to carry the vibrations.