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Q · Waves and SoundEasy · 45s
Which type of wave does NOT exhibit polarisation? 288
TopicWaves and Sound
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyEasy
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
Step-by-Step Solution
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Only transverse waves show polarisation.
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Final Answer: Option B — Longitudinal wave
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