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The velocity of sound in air at `20^(@)C` is `340ms^(-1)`. Keeping the temperature constant, what will be the velocity of sound in air when the pressure of the gas is doubled?

A

doubled

B

remain constant

C

halved

D

four times

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B
Speed of sound independent of pressure
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