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A gun is fired at a distance. Why is the sound heard after the flash is seen?

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To understand why the sound of a gunshot is heard after the flash is seen, we can break down the explanation into clear steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Scenario**: - When a gun is fired, two things happen almost simultaneously: a flash of light is produced and a sound is generated due to the explosion of gunpowder. 2. **Identifying the Observer**: ...
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