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Are sound waves mechanical or electromagnetic?

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Sound waves are mechanical waves, not electromagnetic waves. They require a medium, such as air or water, to propagate and transfer energy. In contrast, electromagnetic waves can travel through a vacuum and do not require a medium.
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