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Which property is not shown by longitudinal waves?

Correct answer B. Polarisation

Explanation

Polarisation requires vibrations perpendicular to the direction of travel that can be restricted to one plane; longitudinal waves vibrate along the direction of travel, so they cannot be polarised.

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