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Sound can be heard over longer distances on a rainy day. Give reason.

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Sound can be heard over longer distances on a rainy day. Give reason.

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On a rainy day, air contains a large amount of water vapour. This decreases the density of air. Hence, sound travels faster in air and can be heard over longer distances.

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