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The velocity of mechanical (a.k.a. acoustic) waves is determined by the mass density, elasticity (stiffness), and intrinsic stress of the material.

The velocity of electromagnet waves (e.g. light or radio waves) is determined by the electrical permittivity and magnetic permeability of the material.

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