Cataphonics

/ˌkætəˈfɒnɪks/ noun

Definition

The study or science of sound reflection and acoustic phenomena where sound bounces back from surfaces.

Etymology

From Greek 'kata' (down) + 'phone' (sound) + '-ics' (study of), a specialized branch of acoustics.

Kelly Says

Cataphonics explains why concert halls have special curved ceilings and walls—architects use these principles to send reflected sound evenly throughout the venue so everyone hears the same performance!

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