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By how much does the speed of sound in air increase for each 1°C rise in temperature?

Correct answer C. 0.61 m s⁻¹

Explanation

Sound speed in air is about 332 m/s at 0°C and rises by roughly 0.61 m/s for every degree Celsius increase, because warmer air molecules move faster.

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