Which of the following statements best describes how the speed of sound changes as it moves from air into water?

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Which of the following statements best describes how the speed of sound changes as it moves from air into water? — Exam MCQ

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A. The speed of sound increases when moving from air to water. — Sound travels faster in water than in air because the particles are more closely coupled and the medium is much less compressible.

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B. The speed of sound decreases when moving from air to water.

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C. The speed of sound remains the same in both air and water.

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D. The speed of sound is slower in water than in air.

Which of the following statements best describes how the speed of sound changes as it moves from air into water?

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