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Exploring the properties of sound waves.

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Properties of Sound Waves

Sound waves consist of compressions and rarefactions and require a medium to travel.

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    Describe the characteristics of sound waves.

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Sound Waves in Different Media

Sound waves travel through various media including air, water, and solids. The speed of sound varies depending on the medium.

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    State the type of wave that sound is.

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