Answer:
Transverse waves
Longitudinal waves
1. The vibrations of the particles of the medium are perpendicular to the direction of propagation of the wave.
The vibrations of the particles of the medium are parallel to the direction of propagation of the wave.
2. In transverse waves, alternate crests and troughs are formed.
In longitudinal waves, alternate zones of compression and rarefaction are formed.
3. These waves may be formed in solids and over liquid surfaces.
These waves may be formed in solids, liquids and gases.
4. These waves do not involve changes of pressure and density of the medium.
These waves involve changes of pressure and density of the medium.
5. These waves can be polarised.
These waves cannot be polarised.
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