Classifica�on of waves

Waves Depending on
Classification the Dimensions

2D Waves
Mechenical Electromagnetic 1D waves (waves 3D Waves (E M
Matter waves (surface of water
Waves Waves in a string) waves)
waves)

Depending on Depending on
the particle the energy
motion transfer

Transverse Prograssive Add the examples where not given!

waves Waves

Longitudinal
Standing waves
Waves

Mixed Waves

Longitudinal Wave: Normally longitudinal waves made of rarefac�ons and compressions. The medium
or the channel moves in the same direc�on with respect to the wave direc�on. It cannot be polarized.
It can be produced in any medium such as gas, liquid, or solid. Example: Sound wave

Direc�on of wave propaga�on

Transverse Wave: Transverse waves consist of troughs and crests. The medium or the channel moves
perpendicular to the direc�on of the wave direc�on. It can be easily polarized and can be produced in
solid and liquid’s surface. Example: Wave in a string, Electromagne�c waves

Direc�on of wave propaga�on