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A wave that has propagating disturbance is called ________

(a) Shock wave

(b) Compression wave

(c) Compressed wave

(d) Longitudinal wave

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Query is from Velocity of Sound or Pressure Wave in a Fluid topic in section Compressible Flow of Fluid Mechanics

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Correct choice is (a) Shock wave

The explanation is: Shock wave is defined as the wave that has a propagating disturbance. When the propagating wave move faster than the local speed of fluid, it is called as a shock wave. It can propagate through any medium.

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