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10 grade science

What is sonority?(A) capable of producing a deep or ringing sound (B) capable of being broken into two pieces(C) capable of being hammered into wires(D) all of the above

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The term "sonority" refers to the quality or attribute of producing a deep or ringing sound. So option (A) is correct. Sonority is associated with sounds that are rich, resonant, and have a strong presence or carrying power.

Options (B) and (C) do not accurately describe sonority. Being capable of being broken into two pieces or being hammered into wires are not specific characteristics of sonority.