Sound waves are simply __________
A) the vibration of the molecules of the air surrounding us.
B) the impact of acoustrons in the air.
C) a form of electronic radiation.
D) none of these.

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Sound waves are created by the vibration of molecules in the air surrounding us. When an object vibrates, it causes these molecules to vibrate and pass the energy of the vibration in the form of waves. These waves are what we perceive as sound. B is not a correct statement, as there is no such thing as an 'acoustron'. C is also incorrect, as sound waves are not a form of electronic radiation.

Sound Waves Are Simply __________