Hard

Velocity of sound in air does not change with the change of?

Correct answer: B. Pressure of air

  • A. Temperature of air
  • B. Pressure of air
  • C. Moisture content in air
  • D. Wind in the direction of propagation of sound

Explanation

At a fixed temperature, sound speed in an ideal gas is essentially independent of air pressure because both density and pressure change proportionally. Temperature, humidity and wind can affect the speed measured relative to the ground or the medium.

Written and checked by , editorLast updated
Report an error

The more specific you are, the faster it gets fixed. A source beats an opinion.

Prefer email? support@testustad.com

About Physics in Daily Life

Everyday physics explains motion, force, work, power, pressure, heat, light, sound and electricity through familiar devices and natural events. Topics include simple machines, friction, expansion, reflection and refraction, lenses, household circuits, electrical safety and magnetism, with mass distinguished from weight and heat distinguished from temperature.

Practise Physics in Daily Life

343 free Physics in Daily Life MCQs from Everyday Science, each with the correct answer and an explanation. Unlimited attempts, no account needed.

Discussion

Stuck on an option, or know a faster way to get there? Ask or explain it here.

No comments yet. Be the first to explain this one.

Exams that ask Everyday Science questions like this

Everyday Science is on 40 papers prepared for on TestUstad, and all of them draw the same bank, so this question is worth knowing for every one of them.

More Physics in Daily Life questions