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Sound Waves: Speed of Sound MCQ

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Speed of SoundHardQuestion 31211

Question

At what temperature does sound speed in air equal twice its value at 0°C?
  1. A
    273°C
  2. B
    546°C
  3. C
    819°C
    Correct
  4. D
    1092°C

Correct answer

819°C

Explanation

v ∝ √T. 2v₀ requires T = 4T₀ = 4×273 = 1092 K = 819°C.