Waves carry energy from place to place without carrying matter.

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I think it is true??

What about ocean waves? Don't they carry surfers, among other things?

yes they do ...

But in my book it says...."Waves carry energy, not matter"....so I questioned it

It may be referring to heat or sound waves.

I will tell you what the computers final answer is...

it was true... thank you Ms. Sue for your opinion

That is correct! Waves do carry energy from one place to another without carrying matter. Waves transfer energy by causing particles in a medium (such as air, water, or solids) to vibrate or oscillate, but the particles themselves do not travel with the wave. This characteristic of waves is what allows them to transmit energy over long distances. Well done on your answer!