Sound Flashcards

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1
Q

What state does sound travel through the quickest?

A

Solid.

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2
Q

What is the speed of sound through air?

A

340 m/s

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3
Q

Why does sound travel faster through a solid?

A

Because the particles are close together so if one particle feels a vibration the others will too.

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4
Q

How do you measure speed (m/s)?

A

Distance travelled (m)➗Time taken (s)

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