Question

In which one among the following is the speed of sound
maximum ?
(a) air at 0° C
(b) air at 100°C
(c) water
(d) wood
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Answer 1

Answer:

c) Water

Explanation:

Answer 2

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We know that, in solids all the particles are packed together and hence sound can travel from one to one very fast. Hence, speed of sound is maximum in solids and decreses from solids to liquids and liquids to gases. Sound can't travel through vaccum.