In which medium sound travels faster?

Water vapour

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Solid

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Liquid

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Gas

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Solution

The correct option is B
Solid

The molecules are closely packed together in solids. which makes sound waves to travel quickly through them. Hence sound waves travel faster in solids.The molecules are loosely packed in liquids and gases. Hence, the sound travels slower through liquids and slowest through gases.

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