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Why the velocity of longitudinal wave in solid is greater than transverse wave
The velocity of longitudinal waves is greater in solids compared to liquids and gases due to the higher density and stronger intermolecular forces present in solids.
The velocity of longitudinal waves is important because it determines how quickly the wave can travel through a medium and affects the wavelength and frequency of the wave.
The density, elasticity, and temperature of the solid all affect the velocity of longitudinal waves. Higher density and elasticity result in a greater velocity, while higher temperature can decrease the velocity.
Yes, the velocity of longitudinal waves can vary within a solid depending on the direction of the wave and the properties of the material it is passing through.
Understanding the velocity of longitudinal waves in solids is important in fields such as earthquake seismology, non-destructive testing, and material science, where the propagation of waves through solids is used to gather information about the material.