Question

Which of the following statements is true about the relationship between the speed of sound and the density of a medium?(1 point) Responses Sound waves travel faster in denser mediums. Sound waves travel faster in denser mediums. Sounds waves travel slower in denser mediums. Sounds waves travel slower in denser mediums. Sound waves do not travel in dense mediums. Sound waves do not travel in dense mediums. The density of a medium does not affect the speed of sound waves

Answer 1

The correct statement about the relationship between the speed of sound and the density of a medium is:

"Sound waves travel faster in denser mediums."

However, it is important to clarify that this depends on whether we are considering gases or solids and liquids. In gases, the speed of sound generally decreases with increasing density (at constant temperature), while in solids and liquids, the speed of sound typically increases with density. Therefore, if the question is specifically regarding solids or liquids, then the statement about faster sound speed in denser mediums holds true.