What are the types of waves that can travel through space?

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Different types of waves exist in both matter and space, with gravitational waves and light waves being notable examples that travel at the same speed. Light is classified as an electromagnetic wave, which is a broader category that includes various types of waves such as radio waves, microwaves, and X-rays. The discussion highlights that all electromagnetic waves travel at the speed of light. The correlation between waves in matter, like P waves and S waves, and waves in space is not clearly established. Understanding these concepts is essential for grasping the nature of wave propagation in different mediums.
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I know there are different types of waves in matter, for example P waves, S waves, etc. But do these correlate to waves in space? For example I know of two types of waves through space: gravitational waves and light waves, which both travel at precisely the same speed. Are there any more types of waves through space?
 
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I don't know if they correlate to waves in space because I don't really understand big words such as correlate (Only 13) but for the second question there are electromagnetic waves. Unless that is what you meant by light waves. If not then you should know that light is an electromagnetic wave, and all electromagnetic waves travel the same speed (the speed of light).
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