When sound hits a solid surface what will happen?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) Sound gets absorbed and reflected.
· When sound waves hit a solid surface, two primary phenomena occur: absorption and reflection. Some of the sound energy is absorbed by the material of the surface, while the rest is reflected back into the environment. The amount of absorption and reflection depends on the material properties of the surface (such as density, texture, and thickness).
· Absorption: Soft materials like foam or carpets tend to absorb more sound, reducing the amount that gets reflected.
· Reflection: Hard surfaces like concrete or metal reflect most of the sound, resulting in echoes or reverberations.
Information Booster:
· Sound waves can be partially absorbed by soft materials, which reduces the intensity of sound.
· The angle of incidence (the angle at which sound waves hit a surface) and the surface texture influence how much sound is reflected.
· In enclosed spaces, reflected sound waves can cause echoes or reverberation, which can be managed using sound-absorbing materials.