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Which type of wave does not require a medium to travel?

Q: Which type of wave does not require a medium to travel?

Correct Answer: Electromagnetic wave. Electromagnetic waves such as light radio waves and X-rays can travel through a vacuum without requiring a medium distinguishing them from mechanical waves like sound.

A Sound wave
B Water wave
C Seismic wave
D Electromagnetic wave

Correct Answer: Option D — Electromagnetic wave

Explanation:

Electromagnetic waves such as light radio waves and X-rays can travel through a vacuum without requiring a medium distinguishing them from m...

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Subject	Physics
Difficulty	Medium
Exam Types	fpsc, ppsc, nts
Correct	Option D

Which type of wave does not require a medium to travel?

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