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Physics

Wave Behavior in Media

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In solids, sound waves can travel up to 15 times faster than in air because of the high elastic modulus of solids.

Why this is interesting

You've seen ripples spread when you drop a stone into water, but why do sound waves travel faster in water than in air? The answer lies in how waves behave in different media.