Why do sound waves move faster through the ground than through the air?

AParticles of matter are packed more loosely in the ground than in the air.
BParticles of matter are packed more tightly in the ground than in the air.
CAir doesn’t contain any particles of matter to transmit sound waves.
DThe elevation of the ground is lower than the elevation of the air space.

Verified Answer :

Answer: The answer is option A.

Explanation:  Particles of matter are packed more loosely in the ground than in the air. This is true because it doesn't have thig like buildings and people stopping the sound waves.