Answer:
t = 4.58 s
Explanation:
In this problem, we need to find the time elapse between seeing lightning and hearing the thunder if the lightning strikes 1mi (5280 ft) away and the air temperature is 90.0°F.
T = 90.0°F = 32.2 °C
The speed of sound at temperature T is given by :
v = (331.3 +0.6T)
Put T = 32.2°C
So,
v = (331.3 +0.6(32.2))
= 350.62 m/s
We have, distance, d = 1 mile = 1609.34
So,
[tex]t=\dfrac{d}{v}\\\\t=4.58\ s[/tex]
So, the required time is equal to 4.58 seconds.
