Question

The table below shows the speed of sound in water at different temperatures and salinities.

Temperature (C)

0

10

20

30

Speed of Sound in Fresh Water (m/s)

1403

1447

1481

1507

Speed of Sound in Sea Water (m/s)

1449

1490

1522

1546

Based on the table, which statement describes the relationship between temperature and the speed of
sound in water?

(1 point)

Sound travels slower in warmer water, but this occurs only in fresh water.

Sound travels slower in warmer water, both in fresh water and sea water.

Sound travels faster in warmer water, both in fresh water and sea water.

Sound travels faster in warmer water, but this occurs only in fresh water.

Answer 1

The correct statement describing the relationship between temperature and the speed of sound in water, based on the provided table, is:

**Sound travels faster in warmer water, both in fresh water and sea water.**

This is evidenced by the fact that the speeds of sound increase as the temperature rises for both fresh water and sea water in the provided data.