Sound waves travel faster in ----------- compared to other media. Group of answer choices cool air warm air icy cold air vacuum air at - 40o C
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Sound waves are mechanical waves that require a medium (solid, liquid, or gas) to travel through. The speed of sound is influenced by the medium's density and temperature. Show more…
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