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Introduction to Waves

Question 10 • Crowley Credit Recovery Physics B

Which statements best describe X-rays? Check all that apply.X-rays are electromagnetic waves.X-rays are longitudinal waves.X-rays are mechanical waves.X-rays are transverse waves.X-rays travel at the speed of light.X-rays travel at the speed of sound.

Answer
A
X-rays are electromagnetic waves.
B
X-rays are longitudinal waves.
C
X-rays are mechanical waves.
D
X-rays are transverse waves.
E
X-rays travel at the speed of light.
F
X-rays travel at the speed of sound.

Explanation

X-rays are electromagnetic waves, and electromagnetic waves are transverse. They travel at the speed of light in a vacuum. They do not require a material medium, so they are not mechanical waves, and they do not travel as longitudinal waves or at the speed of sound.

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