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A big explosion on the moon cannot be heard on the earth because
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Options:
  • A the explosion produces high frequency sound waves which are inaudible.
  • B sound waves require a material medium for propagation.
  • C sound waves are absorbed in the atmosphere of moon.
  • D sound waves are absorbed in the earth's atmosphere.
Solution:
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The correct answer is: sound waves require a material medium for propagation.
As the sound waves are mechanical waves they requires medium for propagation.

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