The speed of sound in air at 0°C is approximately MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The speed of sound in air at 0°C is approximately
A. 330 m/s
B. 340 m/s
C. 350 m/s
D. 300 m/s
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
At 0°C, speed ~ 331 m/s. At room temperature (20°C) ~ 343 m/s, often taken as 340. Increases with temperature v ∝ √T. For many problems 340 is used, but at 0°C it's 331. So option A.

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