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General Knowledge · Q475

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Competitive Exams · General Knowledge · question 475

Q475

Sound is heard over longer distances on rainy days because

A.
Sound travels slowly in moist air
B.
Sound travels faster in moist air
Answer
C.
Moist air does not absorb sound
D.
Moist air absorbs sound

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
During rainy days, the moisture content is more in the atmosphere and speed or velocity of sound increases with increase in humidity. Hence the sound travels faster on rainy days.