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Transverse longitudinal wave

Diagram of a transverse longitudinal wave.

Most waves are drawn as transverse waves. The high points of the transverse waves (peaks) represent more dense areas of the longitudinal waves, and the low points (troughs) represent less dense areas.

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Published: 20 November 2018Updated: 16 January 2026Size: 1.37 MB
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