Speed of Sound & Light at Sea Level

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the speeds of sound and light at sea level, with participants seeking specific numerical values for both. The inquiry includes a request for the speed of sound and a reiteration of the speed of light in kilometers.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant asks for the speed of sound at sea level, expressing confusion.
  • Another participant suggests that the inquirer should search for the information online instead of relying on others.
  • A different participant provides the speed of light in kilometers per second, stating it as 299792,458 km/s exactly.
  • A participant mentions the speed of sound as 1115.7 ft/sec, but does not clarify its conversion to kilometers or its relevance to sea level.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

There is no consensus on the exact values for the speeds discussed, and multiple viewpoints are presented without resolution.

Contextual Notes

The discussion lacks clarity on the conversion of the speed of sound to kilometers per second and does not address the conditions under which these speeds are measured.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in the physical properties of sound and light, as well as those seeking specific numerical data related to these phenomena.

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I want to know the speed of sound at sea level. :confused:


I also want to know the exact speed of light in kilometres. :confused:
 
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I don't have the numbers at my finger tips. If I needed them as bad as you seem to I would probably use a web search. Any reason you cannot search the web for yourself?

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Caesar_Rahil said:
I also want to know the exact speed of light in kilometres. :confused:

A speed in kilometers?!? In km/s it is: 299792,458 km/s exactly.
 

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