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The speed of sound in humid air than in dry air. Why ​

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When moisture is removed from air, its density increases. The speed of sound in a humid air is inversely proportional to the square root of its density. Therefore, the speed of sound in moist air is humidity increases, the velocity of sound increase and vice-versa.

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