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Longitudinal vs Transverse — Edexcel GCSE Physics 1PH0

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Longitudinal vs Transverse

Edexcel GCSE Physics · 1PH0

Longitudinal vs Transverse

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Describe the difference between longitudinal and transverse waves, referring to sound, electromagnetic, seismic, and water waves.

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Longitudinal vs Transverse
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