Conceptual Physical Science Explorations
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Author: Paul G. Hewitt, Leslie A. Hewitt, John A Suchocki
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Chapter 12, Problem 8RQ
How does the speed of sound in water compare with the speed of sound in air? How does the speed in steel compare with the speed in air?
Expert Solution & Answer
To determine
The comparison between speed of sound in water with the speed of sound in air and the speed of sound in steel with the speed in air.
Answer to Problem 8RQ
The speed of sound in water is four times faster as compared to the speed of sound in air and the speed of sound in steel is fifteen times faster as compared to the speed of sound in air.
Explanation of Solution
A sound wave travels in a medium as the particles vibrate. Sound takes some amount of time to move, depending upon certain factors such as temperature, humidity, and the medium. The speed of the sound while in the air is comparatively slower than that in water. It is so because the molecules of water are closer as compared to the air.
The speed of sound in water is approximately 4 time faster than that in the air. The molecules are compactly packed in the case of steel. So the speed of sound in steel is approximately 15 time faster as compared to the speed of sound air.
Conclusion:
Therefore, the speed of sound in water is four time faster as compared to the speed of sound in air, and the speed of sound in steel is fifteen times faster as compared to the speed of sound in air.
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