Sound cannot travel through: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Sound cannot travel through:
A. Vacuum
B. Gases
C. Solids
D. Liquids
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Sound requires material medium for mechanical wave propagation. Vacuum lacks particles to transmit vibrations. Light (EM wave) travels through vacuum. Memory tip: 'Sound = mechanical wave ⇒ needs medium; light = EM wave ⇒ no medium needed'. Fundamental wave property frequently tested in competitive exams to assess medium-dependence understanding.

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Question #1
The work done in moving a charge of 2 C between two points with potential difference of 12 V is:
A. 14 J
B. 6 J
C. 0.167 J
D. 24 J

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Work done W = charge (Q) × potential difference (V). Thus W = 2 C × 12 V = 24 J. This follows from definition of voltage: 1 volt = 1 joule per coulomb. The work done equals the change in electrical potential energy. This fundamental relationship is crucial in electricity. Memory tip: W = QV is analogous to mechanical work = force × distance. Such direct formula applications are common in competitive exams to test basic concept retention. Always verify units: coulomb × volt = joule, confirming dimensional consistency.

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Question #2
The frequency of a wave is 1 kHz. Its time period is
A. 0.001 s
B. 1000 s
C. 0.01 s
D. 1 s

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
T = 1/f = 1/1000 = 0.001 s = 1 ms.

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Question #3
The speed of sound in air at 0°C is approximately
A. 340 m/s
B. 300 m/s
C. 330 m/s
D. 350 m/s

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
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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