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Doppler effect is applicable for...

Doppler effect is applicable for

A

sound waves only

B

light waves only

C

both sound and light waves

D

None of these

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The correct Answer is:
C

The Doppler effect is applicable for both sound and light waves.
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    Sound waves
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