With reference to the Gravitational Waves, consider the following statements:These are ripples or disturbances in the fabric of spacetime caused by the acceleration or movement of massive objects.They require a physical medium for transmission.Gravitational waves have a much lower frequency range compared to electromagnetic waves.Which of the statements given above are correct?

Q. With reference to the Gravitational Waves, consider the following statements::
These are ripples or disturbances in the fabric of spacetime caused by the acceleration or movement of massive objects.
They require a physical medium for transmission.
Gravitational waves have a much lower frequency range compared to electromagnetic waves.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: C

Notes:

Explanation –

Statements 1 and 3 are correct. Gravitational Waves are ripples or disturbances in the fabric of spacetime caused by the acceleration or movement of massive objects. They have a much lower frequency range compared to electromagnetic waves.

Statement 2 is incorrect. Gravitational waves are different from other types of waves, such as electromagnetic waves, because gravitational waves do not require a medium to propagate. They can travel through empty space without being significantly affected or diminished.

Source: ForumIAS

Post-Mains Strategy Session by Mr. Ayush Sinha | ForumIAS