What is the relationship between Sound waves and temperatures?

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Temperature significantly affects the speed of sound, as sound waves travel faster in warmer air due to increased molecular activity. At room temperature, the speed of sound is approximately 340 m/s, but it rises with temperature increases. This relationship is explained by the fact that higher temperatures lead to more energetic molecules, facilitating quicker sound wave propagation. Understanding this connection is crucial for studying stationary waves and harmonic patterns in open air columns. The discussion highlights the importance of temperature in acoustics and sound wave behavior.
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Hi Everyone,

Currently I am studying Stationary Waves and the relationships between the standing wave pattern for a given harmonic and the length-wavelength relationships for open end air columns.

I came across a statement that says that there is a relationship between temperature and sound waves and the speed of sound is 340 m/s at room temperature

My Question is:

How does temperature affect the speed of sound? and Why?

Thanks For Helping :)
 
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