Question: Using ratios for comparisons: 1.) A typical value for the speed of sound in dry air is 300 meters/second. How many times greater is the

Using ratios for comparisons:

1.) A typical value for the speed of sound in dry air is 300 meters/second. How many times greater is the speed of light than the speed of sound? (Hint: comparisons involve ratios.)

Comparing sound and electromagnetic waves:

2.) Find the wavelength of a 1500 Hz sound wave.

3.) Find the wavelength of a wave of electromagnetic radiation of the same frequency (1500 Hz).

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