What is a surface wave?
Q: What is a surface wave?
A: A surface wave is a mechanical wave that propagates along the interface between two different media, usually two fluids with different densities. It can also be an electromagnetic wave guided by a refractive index gradient.
Q: What type of waves are ground waves?
A: Ground waves are surface waves that propagate close to the surface of the Earth and are specific to radio waves.
Q: How do surface waves travel?
A: Surface waves travel along the interface between two different media, usually two fluids with different densities or as an electromagnetic wave guided by a refractive index gradient.
Q: Are there any special types of surface waves?
A: Yes, ground waves which are specific to radio waves and propagate close to the surface of the Earth.
Q: What kind of media do surface waves typically travel through?
A: Surface Waves typically travel through two different media, usually two fluids with different densities or as an electromagnetic wave guided by a refractive index gradient.
Q: Is it possible for one type of medium to be used for both fluid and electromagnetic propagation?
A: Yes, it is possible for one type of medium to be used for both fluid and electromagnetic propagation depending on the situation.
