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2 years ago

What is the difference between a mechanical wave and an electromagnetic wave?

Physics

1 answer:

Anon25 [30]2 years ago

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Answer: A a mechanical wave travels through empty space, while an electromagnetic wave travels through matter.

Explanation: A mechanical wave travels through empty space, while an electromagnetic wave travels through matter. A mechanical wave has a short wavelength, while all electromagnetic waves have long wavelengths.

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it is Partially transparent to Microwave and infrared range.

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