Give three examples of mechanical waves. How are these different from electromagnetic waves, such as light waves?

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2022-09-23

Give three examples of mechanical waves. How are these different from electromagnetic waves, such as light waves?

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Genesis Rosario

Genesis Rosario

Beginner2022-09-24Added 11 answers

Listed below are three examples of mechanical waves, listed along with their medium of propagation:
1. Seismic Waves - Earth
2. Sound waves Air
3. Ripples on a water - Water
Notice that all listed examples of mechanical waves require a medium of propagation.
On the other hand, electromagnetic waves, such as light waves, do not require a medium of propagation; they can even propagate through the vacuum of space.
Result:
Electromagnetic waves do not require a medium of propagation, while mechanical waves do.

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