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  • Speed of Sound in Air: Factors & Calculation
    The speed of sound in "medium air" is a bit ambiguous, as it depends on the specific temperature and humidity of the air.

    However, a general approximation for the speed of sound in dry air at 20°C (68°F) is:

    343 meters per second (m/s)

    or

    767 miles per hour (mph)

    or

    1,235 kilometers per hour (km/h)

    Here's why it varies:

    * Temperature: Sound travels faster in warmer air because the molecules are moving faster and collide more frequently.

    * Humidity: Humidity makes the air denser, which slightly slows down the speed of sound.

    To get a more precise measurement, you'd need to know the exact temperature and humidity of the air.

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