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does anyone know the equation of speed of sound?
Do you realize that this question is so poorly worded that any correct response you receive must be a result of some fortunate psychological evaluation of what you mean by the question ?isabella said:does anyone know the equation of speed of sound?
The equation for calculating the speed of sound is: v = λf, where v is the speed of sound, λ is the wavelength of the sound wave, and f is the frequency of the sound wave.
The speed of sound is directly proportional to the temperature of the medium it is traveling through. As the temperature increases, the speed of sound also increases. This is because the molecules in the medium are moving faster, allowing sound waves to travel more quickly through them.
The speed of sound in air is approximately 343 meters per second at room temperature and sea level. However, this value can vary depending on factors such as temperature, humidity, and altitude.
The speed of sound in water is approximately 1482 meters per second, which is faster than in air. This is because water is more dense than air, allowing sound waves to travel more quickly through it.
Yes, the speed of sound does change with frequency. As the frequency of a sound wave increases, the speed of sound also increases. This is because higher frequency sound waves have shorter wavelengths, allowing them to travel more quickly through a medium.