How is mechanical waves different from other waves?

Answer 1

There are basically two types of waves;mechanical and electromagnetic waves.Mechanical waves are waves that require a material medium for their peopagation e.g sound waves, water waves e.t.c.On the other hand, electromagnetic waves are waves that do not require a material medium for its propagation e.g light waves, gamma rays.As indicated from the above definitions, the main difference between mechanical waves and other waves(electromagnetic waves) is is that sound waves require a material for its propagation while the latter does not.

Answer 2

Mechanical waves require a medium to propagate, such as air or water, while other waves, like electromagnetic waves, can travel through a vacuum. Mechanical waves involve the oscillation of matter particles, while other waves involve the oscillation of electric and magnetic fields. Mechanical waves are typically slower than other waves and have a distinct wavelength and amplitude.