Physicseasy · Past Paper
In which of the following media does sound travel the fastest?
AVacuum
BWater
CAir
DSteel
✓ Correct Answer: D — Steel
Sound travels fastest in solids because the particles are more tightly packed together compared to liquids and gases.
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