Shock wave

A shock wave is a sudden, powerful disturbance in a medium, like air or water, where pressure, temperature, and density increase sharply over a very short distance. It occurs when an object moves faster than the speed of sound, causing compressed air that forms a thin, intense boundary—like the sonic boom experienced when a jet breaks the sound barrier. Shock waves carry high energy and can cause significant effects, such as damage or loud sounds, depending on their strength. They are fundamental in many fields, from supersonic flight to explosions, where understanding their behavior is crucial.