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Waves and Sound — JEE physics STD 12 Science — Question

CBSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 12 ScienceJEE physicsWaves and Sound1 Mark
MCQ
A big explosion on the moon cannot be heard on the earth because
  • A
    The explosion produces high frequency sound waves which are inaudible
  • ✓
    Sound waves required a material medium for propagation
  • C
    Sound waves are absorbed in the moon's atmosphere
  • D
    Sound waves are absorbed in the earth's atmosphere
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Answer

Correct option: B.
Sound waves required a material medium for propagation
(b)

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