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The table below shows the speed of sound in water at different temperatures and salinities.
The table shows the speed of sound in freshwater and seawater at different temperatures.
Temperature (°C)
Speed of Sound in Fresh Water (m/s)
Speed of Sound in Sea Water (m/s)
0
1403
1449
10
1447
1490
20
1481
1522
30
1507
1546
Based on the table, which statement describes the relationship between temperature and the speed of sound in water?
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Sound travels faster in warmer water, both in fresh water and sea water.
Sound travels slower in warmer water, both in fresh water and sea water.
Sound travels slower in warmer water, but this occurs only in fresh water.
Sound travels faster in warmer water, but this occurs only in fresh water.

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
Sound travels faster in warmer water, both in fresh water and sea water.

Explanation: In the table the speed increases with temperature for both fresh water (1403 → 1507 m/s) and sea water (1449 → 1546 m/s).