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What is the difference between a reflected and a diffracted sound wave?

a
A reflected sound wave bounces back to the place of origin. A diffracted sound wave changes direction as it passes through an opening.
b
A diffracted sound wave bounces back to the place of origin. A reflected sound wave changes direction as it passes through an opening.
c
A reflected sound wave is absorbed by the medium. A diffracted sound wave changes direction as it passes through an opening.
d
A diffracted sound wave bounces back to the place of origin. A reflected sound wave is absorbed as it passes through an opening.

A reflected sound wave bounces back to the place of origin, while a diffracted sound wave changes direction as it passes through an opening. The correct answer is A.

How do you know?

I know because reflections occur when a sound wave bounces off a surface and returns to its original location, while diffraction happens when a sound wave encounters an obstacle and changes its direction, bending around the obstacle. These are distinct and different processes, and their definitions do not match any of the other options listed.

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