Convert velocity of sound in sea water (20°c, 10 m) to meter per second
Velocity of Sound in Sea Water (20°C, 10 m)
The velocity of sound in seawater is higher than in pure water due to the effects of salinity, temperature, and pressure on water's compressibility and density. At 20°C and 10 meters depth with average ocean salinity, acoustic waves travel faster due to both dissolved salts increasing the bulk modulus and hydrostatic pressure. At these conditions, the speed of sound in seawater is approximately 1,522 m/s.
Meter per Second
The meter per second (m/s) is the SI unit of speed and velocity, defined as the distance in meters traveled in one second. It is the standard unit for expressing velocity in science, engineering, and many international contexts. One meter per second equals 3.6 kilometers per hour or approximately 2.237 miles per hour.