If the velocity of sound in hydrogen at 27°C is 1200 m s⁻¹, velocity of sound in oxygen at the same temperature will be
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If the velocity of sound in hydrogen at 27°C is 1200 m s⁻¹, velocity of sound in oxygen at the same temperature will be

G1 Physics · Accepted Answer

Step 1: Use v = √(B/ρ) in a fluid, v = √(Y/ρ) for longitudinal waves in a solid, or v = √(γRT/M) for an ideal gas. Step 2: Form any required ratio before substituting values. Step 3: Evaluate with the data given. Final: B: 300 m s⁻¹.