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Q · Waves and SoundEasy · 45s
Which of these phenomena can occur for sound waves? Reflection Refraction Diffraction Polarization 321
TopicWaves and Sound
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyEasy
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Sound waves can’t be polarised because they are longitudinal.
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Final Answer: Option A — 1, 2, and 3 only
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