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GCSE Combined Science · key term
A wave whose oscillations are perpendicular to the direction of energy transfer.
Used by AQA and Edexcel
Specification 6.6.1.1, 6.6.2.1 · Paper 6
Revise: Transverse and Longitudinal WavesIn a transverse wave, the oscillations are perpendicular, or at right angles, to the direction of energy transfer.
A wave whose oscillations are at right angles to the direction of energy transfer.
Paper 5, Paper 6
A wave in which vibrations are perpendicular to the direction of energy transfer.
Revise: Wave properties and velocityIn a transverse wave, these directions are at right angles. A wave travelling along a rope can move horizontally while each part of the rope moves up and down. Electromagnetic waves, including light, and seismic S waves are transverse.
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