Which one is an example of a transverse wave

The waves formed by an earthquake is a transverse wave

A transverse wave is a wave in which the vibrating element moves in a direction perpendicular to the direction of advance of the wave.

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Explanation:

The mechanical wave are of two types i.e. longitudinal wave and transverse wave. In transverse wave, the particle of medium travel in a perpendicular direction. The waves formed by an earthquake are called seismic waves.    

Earthquake occurs in the form of both traverse and longitudinal waves. P - waves are longitudinal in nature while S - wave are transverse in nature.

In S - wave, the movement of ground and velocity of propagation are perpendicular to each other.

Hence, the waves formed by an earthquake is an example of transverse wave.

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