The Transverse Wave Shown Is Traveling from Left to Right $\uparrow$

question 45

Multiple Choice

The transverse wave shown is traveling from left to right in a medium. The direction of the instantaneous velocity of the medium at point P is:

• A) \(\uparrow\)
• B) \(\downarrow\)
• C) \(\rightarrow\)
• E) no direction since v = 0

---

Definitions:

Rigid Sphere

A solid, inflexible object shaped like a ball or globe.

Heat Loss

The transfer of thermal energy from one object or organism to its cooler environment, affecting the temperature balance.

Homo Sapiens

The scientific name for modern humans, characterized by bipedalism, high brain capacity, and complex language and social structures.

Rubidium

A chemical element with the symbol Rb and atomic number 37, part of the alkali metal group with properties similar to potassium.