Question

We can see the flash of lightening from clouds much before we hear the thunder. This is because

• A. sound travels faster than light
• B. sound travels much slower than light
• C. sound has same velocity as light
• D. none of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is B sound travels much slower than light

Sound travels much slower than light. That is why, we can see the flash of lightening from clouds much before we can hear the thunder.