Options:
a) They move forward with the wave.
b) They move in a circular motion.
c) They remain stationary.
d) They move straight up and down.
e) They travel backward against the wave’s direction.
Correct Answer:
b) They move in a circular motion.
Explanation:
Water particles in a wave do not travel forward with the wave itself. Instead, they move in a circular motion as the wave passes through.
- At the surface: The circular motion is largest.
- At greater depths: The motion decreases and eventually fades.
This motion helps waves transport energy across the water without moving the particles significantly from their original positions.
