Which of the following features is unique to longitudinal sound waves?

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Which of the following features is unique to longitudinal sound waves? — Exam MCQ

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A. They form regions of compression and rarefaction. — The correct choice is They form regions of compression and rarefaction.. Sound behaviour is determined by wave properties such as frequency, amplitude, wavelength and the medium of propagation.

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B. They travel as side-to-side pulses in a medium.

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C. They move as crests and troughs through a medium.

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D. They vibrate only up and down in a medium.

Which of the following features is unique to longitudinal sound waves?

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