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How fast do sound waves travel in air? How does this compare to the speed of light waves?

How fast do sound waves travel in air? How does this compare to the speed of light waves?
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How fast do sound waves travel in air? How does this compare to the speed of light waves?

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Soundwaves are longitudinal waves whereas light (electromagnetic waves) are transverse waves.
Soundwaves oscillate parallel to the direction of propagation.
Light waves oscillate at right angles to the direction of propagation.
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