Mechanical waves do not require a medium to travel.

True

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False

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The correct option is B
False

Mechanical wave depends on particle interaction to transport their energy from one location to another. They cannot travel through vacuum, which are void of particles. Sound wave is an example of a mechanical wave, which is not capable of travelling through a vacuum.

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Sound waves require a medium to _______________(stay/travel)

Mechanical waves do not require a medium to travel.

Assertion: Sound waves do not travel through the vacuum.

Reason: Sound waves are mechanical waves that require a medium for their propagation.

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