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A big explosion on the moon cannot be he...

A big explosion on the moon cannot be heard on the earth because

A

the explosion produces high frequency sound waves which are inaudible.

B

sound waves require a material medium for propagation.

C

sound waves are absorbed in the atmosphere of moon.

D

sound waves are absorbed in the earth's atmosphere.

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