Question

what are transverse waves? state their characteristics.

Answer 1

transverse wave is a type of wave in which particles of the medium vibrate perpendicular to the direction of motion of the wave about their mean position.
the characteristics are
1. the particles more perpendicular to the wave motion
2. They consist of crest and trough
3. It can propagate through solid and upper surface of liquid
4. they can be polarized