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  • Speed of Sound: How Fast Does Sound Travel?
    The speed of sound is not a fixed number, but rather varies depending on the medium it travels through.

    In dry air at 20°C (68°F), the speed of sound is approximately 767 miles per hour (1,235 kilometers per hour).

    However, here are some other factors that influence the speed of sound:

    * Temperature: The speed of sound increases with temperature.

    * Altitude: The speed of sound decreases with altitude because the air becomes thinner.

    * Humidity: The speed of sound increases with humidity.

    * Medium: The speed of sound is much faster in solids and liquids than in air.

    Let me know if you'd like to know the speed of sound in a specific medium or under specific conditions.

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