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What are sound waves?

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What are sound waves?

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Sound waves are mechanical waves produced by the vibrations of particles in a medium. They travel through solids, liquids, or gases by successive compressions and rarefactions. Sound waves require a material medium for propagation and cannot travel through vacuum.

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Chapter 6: Superposition of Waves - Intext Questions [Page 131]

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Balbharati Physics [English] Standard 12 Maharashtra State Board
Chapter 6 Superposition of Waves
Intext Questions | Q 8. | Page 131
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