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Explain how you would identify sound waves in air as examples of longitudinal waves. in the context of Waves in air, fluids and solids.

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Waves in air, fluids and solids

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Explain how you would identify sound waves in air as examples of longitudinal waves. in the context of Waves in air, fluids and solids.

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A strong answer should clearly identify sound waves in air as examples of longitudinal waves. using accurate physics vocabulary and direct links to Transverse and longitudinal waves.

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This exam-style question is aligned to the approved learning objective for Transverse and longitudinal waves and expects a structured physical explanation rather than a single fact.

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