Do Sound Waves Come in Quanta?

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Sound waves are quantized in the form of phonons, which are bosons. In solid materials, these phonons represent the quantized modes of vibrations. In fluids, while phonons are not applicable, other excitations such as rotons exist. Additionally, the concept of 'second sound' is relevant in the context of quantum sound phenomena.

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Are sound waves released in quanta?

If so, what are these bosons called?

If I'm wrong, please explain why?
 
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Yes, they are called phonons and they are bosons. See Wikipedia on this subject or other popular articles.

Bob.
 
I think they are called phonons in solids, but I'm not sure about fluids? I don't think there is any 'sound particle' there...
 
there is also something called 'rotons'. not sure if that's sound or not.
 
Thanks for the help, much appreciated:)
 

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