The Speed of Sound Quick Check 3 of 53 of 5 Items Question The table below shows the speed of sound in water at different temperatures and salinities. 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? (1 point) Responses Sound travels faster in warmer water, but this occurs only in fresh water. Sound travels faster in warmer water, but this occurs only in fresh water. Sound travels slower in warmer water, but this occurs only in fresh water. Sound travels slower in warmer water, but this occurs only in fresh water. Sound travels faster 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 slower in warmer water, both in fresh water and sea water. Sound travels slower in warmer water, both in fresh water and sea water. Skip to navigation page 11 of 11

Answer 1

Based on the table, the correct statement describing the relationship between temperature and the speed of sound in water is: Sound travels faster in warmer water, both in fresh water and sea water.