There are two types of mechanical wave.
1. Transverse wave
2. Longitudinal wave
1. Transverse wave:
- The particles of the medium vibrate in a direction, which is perpendicular to the direction of propagation of the wave.
- E.g. Waves in strings, light waves, etc.
- Transverse waves are produced only in solids and liquids.
2. Longitudinal wave:
- The particles of the medium vibrate in a direction, which is parallel to the direction of propagation of the wave.
- E.g. Waves in springs, sound waves in a medium.
- Longitudinal waves are produced in solids, liquids and also in gases.
