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Sound is a mechanical wave, which requires a medium to travel through. That medium can be nearly anything: air, water, steel, etc. The only thing sounds can't travel through is a vacuum, such as outer space.

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What substances will sound travel through?

solid


Witch objects does sound travel through?

Sound can travel through most substances but the loudness depends on the substance.


What types of substances can sound not travel through?

Sound cannot travel through a vacuum because it requires a medium, such as air, water, or a solid material. Sound also does not travel through gases in the same way it does through solids and liquids because gases are less dense. Additionally, sound does not travel through a perfect insulator that completely blocks the transfer of vibrations.


Can both light and sound travel through glass?

Yes, both light and sound can travel through glass. Glass is transparent to light, allowing it to pass through without significant absorption or scattering. Sound can also travel through glass, but with some attenuation due to its denser nature compared to air.


Was the question can sound waves travel through different substances been answered before?

yes


Can sound travel through the universe?

sound most likely can't travel through the universe if it does have an atmosphere,but it actually can travel around in other parts and other spaces around the universe>>>>>!


What medium is the wave traviling through?

The wave is likely traveling through a medium such as air, water, or a solid material. Sound waves travel through air or other substances, while ocean waves travel through water. Electromagnetic waves, like light, can travel through empty space.


Do sound waves only work in air, or can they travel through other mediums as well?

Sound waves can travel through other mediums besides air, such as water and solids.


Do sound waves travel in high pressure?

Yes, sound waves can travel through substances with varying pressure levels. In general, sound waves can travel through both low and high-pressure environments, but the speed and characteristics of the sound wave may be affected by the pressure level of the medium through which it is traveling.


How can sound travel through sound?

it are vibrations so they can cross each other with no problem


Can sound travel through other kinds of material than air if so does it travel differently?

Sound can travel through all matter. The speed at which it travels depends on the density of the material.


How do sound waves travel through water, as indicated by the keyword "sound waves travel through water" by ?

Sound waves travel through water by vibrating the water molecules, causing them to bump into each other and pass the sound energy along. This process allows the sound waves to propagate through the water medium.