Why Is the Sofar Layer Efficient for Sound Travel

question 16

Multiple Choice

Why is the sofar layer efficient for sound travel?

• A) Refraction causes the sound energy to remain within the layer.
• B) The density of the sofar layer traps the sound energy.
• C) Sound energy bends away from layers of lower sound velocity.
• D) Temperatures and salinity conditions are homogeneous.

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