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How do light waves differ from sound waves?A.Light waves are faster and require a medium.B.Light waves are faster and do not require a medium.C.Light waves are slower and require a medium.D.Light waves are slower and do not require a medium.

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Answer:

B.Light waves are faster and do not require a medium.

Step-by-step explanation:

Light waves are electromagnetic waves while sound waves are mechanical waves.

Light waves are transverse, can travel in vacuum.

Sound waves require a medium to travel,cannot travel in vacuum.

Electromagnetic waves travel faster than mechanical waves.

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