Question

Why are sound waves called mechanical waves?

Answer 1

Sound waves are mechanical wavesbecause they need a material medium for propagation, like air or liquids like water, or metals like silver.

Answer 2

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⏩Sound waves are produced only due to the vibrations produced in material body.

⏩They need material medium such a solid, liquid or gas for their propagation.

⏩Thus sound waves are called mechanical waves.