Question

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through which of the following mediums is the velocity of a sound wave the greatest?
a) lead
b) water
c) steel
d) air

Explanation:

Sound waves travel fastest in solids, as the particles in solids are tightly packed, allowing for quicker transfer of sound energy. Among the given options, steel has a much higher sound wave velocity than lead (another solid), and both solids have far greater sound velocity than liquids (water) and gases (air).

Answer:

C) Steel