A substance is said to be sonorous if it _________.

produces a ringing sound when beaten

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conducts water through metal pipes

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conducts electricity

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conducts heat

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produces a ringing sound when beaten

Substances that produce a ringing sound when they are beaten are said to be sonorous. Metals are generally sonorous.

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