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Boojho saw a cracker burst at night at a...

Boojho saw a cracker burst at night at a distance from his house. He heard the sound of the cracker a little later after seeing the cracker burst. Give reason for the delay in hearing the sound.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Observation of the Event**: Boojho sees a cracker burst at a distance from his house. This is the initial event that triggers the sequence of reactions. 2. **Understanding Light and Sound**: When the cracker bursts, it produces both light and sound. Light travels much faster than sound. 3. **Speed of Light**: The speed of light in air is approximately 300,000 kilometers per second (or 3 x 10^8 meters per second). This means that light reaches Boojho almost instantaneously. ...
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