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Waves : Transfer of Energy

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In the case of still lake and ocean water how are they different in transferring energy from one location to another?

• Answer:Energy is transferred in waves through the vibration of particles

In what direction will you move a rope to create transverse waves?

• Answer: in the direction of the black arrow

In what direction will you move a slinky to create longitudinal waves?

• Answer: parallel to the direction that energy is transported.