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sounds waves are longitudinal and mechanical waves

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Sound waves are mechanical waves that travel through a medium, such as air or water, by compressing and expanding the medium. These waves carry sound energy from a vibrating source to our ears, allowing us to hear different frequencies and amplitudes as sound.

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