5. Why the speed of sound is faster in solids than the gases?
A. Solid particles are not compressed so waves travel faster
B. Solid particles are compressed so interaction between particles is stronger.
C. Gas particles are compressed so waves travel slowest
D. None of the above.
A. Solid particles are not compressed so waves travel faster
B. Solid particles are compressed so interaction between particles is stronger.
C. Gas particles are compressed so waves travel slowest
D. None of the above.
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Sound travels more quickly through solids than through liquids and gases because the molecules of a solid are closer together and, therefore, can transmit the vibrations (energy) faster. Sound travels most slowly through gases because the molecules of a gas are farthest apart.
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B. Solid particles are not compressed so waves travel faster.
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