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Question
Newton estimated the speed of sound _____________________?
A
281m/sec
✓ Official correct answer
B
333m/sec
C
340m/sec
D
all of the above
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A
281m/sec
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B
333m/sec
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C
340m/sec
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D
all of the above
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Explanation
Using his (incorrect) isothermal assumption, Newton calculated the speed of sound in air as approximately 281 m/s, notably lower than the actual value (~340 m/s).
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