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State two differences between light and sound waves.

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State two differences between light and sound waves.

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Solution

  Light waves Sound waves
1. They are able to move in a vacuum. A medium is required for their propagation.
2. Light waves travel at a speed of 3 × 105 m/s. Sound waves travel at a speed of 330 m/s in air.
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Chapter 7: Sound - EXERCISE - 7 (A) [Page 154]

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Selina Physics [English] Class 10 ICSE
Chapter 7 Sound
EXERCISE - 7 (A) | Q 5. | Page 154
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