Practice mode Waves

Which of the following waves cannot be polarised?

Correct answer B. Sound waves in air

Explanation

Polarisation restricts vibrations to a single plane perpendicular to propagation, so it applies only to transverse waves. Sound in air is longitudinal, with vibrations along the direction of travel, so it cannot be polarised.

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