Multiple Choice
What is a shadow zone?
A) A zone that is unable to be penetrated by sound waves due to the density of seawater.
B) A zone that is unable to be penetrated by light waves due to deep depths.
C) A zone created in front of ships and submarines that creates a converging blind spot for sound waves.
D) A zone where the divergence of sound waves creates a region that has little sound energy penetration.
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