What is the difference between a mechanical wave and an electromagnetic wave? A mechanical wave travels through empty space, while an electromagnetic wave travels through matter.
A mechanical wave has a short wavelength, while all electromagnetic waves have long wavelengths.
A mechanical wave has a high frequency, while all electromagnetic waves have low frequencies.
A mechanical wave travels through matter, while an electromagnetic wave travels through empty space.

A  a mechanical wave travels through empty space, while an electromagnetic wave travels through matter.

Explanation: A mechanical wave travels through empty space, while an electromagnetic wave travels through matter. A mechanical wave has a short wavelength, while all electromagnetic waves have long wavelengths.

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earth's surface is mainly heated by the absorption of infrared radiation from the sun.

evaporation occurs because molecules in liquid water are warmed ( usually by the sun) and vibrate quicker, becoming less dense and rise.

condensation occurs because molecules in water vapor are cooled and therefore vibrate more slowly thus becoming more dense and eventually fall to earth.

lines of equal barometric pressure on a weather map are called: isobars : lines of equal temp on a weather map are called: isotherms.​