Wave Speed in Water: Deeper Water Faster?

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why does the wave speed change when traveling over different depths.Does it travel faster when going over deeper water?
 
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The velocity of waves is dependent on the nature of the medium. The depth certainly affects this nature. Waves travel faster in deeper waters.
 

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