1. Compressions in a sound wave are characterized by higher air density and pressure, where air particles are closely packed together. In contrast, rarefactions exhibit lower air density and pressure, with particles spread farther apart, resulting in regions of decreased pressure within the wave.

    Compressions in a sound wave are characterized by higher air density and pressure, where air particles are closely packed together. In contrast, rarefactions exhibit lower air density and pressure, with particles spread farther apart, resulting in regions of decreased pressure within the wave.

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  2. Sound waves are classified as longitudinal waves because they propagate through a medium by causing particles to oscillate back and forth in the direction parallel to the wave's propagation. In these waves, the displacement of particles occurs along the same axis as the direction in which the wave tRead more

    Sound waves are classified as longitudinal waves because they propagate through a medium by causing particles to oscillate back and forth in the direction parallel to the wave’s propagation. In these waves, the displacement of particles occurs along the same axis as the direction in which the wave travels, distinguishing them from transverse waves.

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  3. Yes, particles of the medium in longitudinal waves can move from one place to another. They oscillate back and forth in the direction parallel to the propagation of the wave, transmitting energy without causing permanent displacement of the medium.

    Yes, particles of the medium in longitudinal waves can move from one place to another. They oscillate back and forth in the direction parallel to the propagation of the wave, transmitting energy without causing permanent displacement of the medium.

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  4. In longitudinal waves, individual particles of the medium move parallel to the direction of wave propagation. They oscillate back and forth around their equilibrium positions, experiencing alternating compressions and rarefactions as the wave passes through.

    In longitudinal waves, individual particles of the medium move parallel to the direction of wave propagation. They oscillate back and forth around their equilibrium positions, experiencing alternating compressions and rarefactions as the wave passes through.

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  5. Rarefactions, in the context of longitudinal waves, refer to regions where the density and pressure of the medium are lower than their average values. In these regions, particles are spaced farther apart, creating areas of reduced compression within the wave.

    Rarefactions, in the context of longitudinal waves, refer to regions where the density and pressure of the medium are lower than their average values. In these regions, particles are spaced farther apart, creating areas of reduced compression within the wave.

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