Sound is a mechanical wave resulting from oscillations of pressure in media such as solids, liquids, or gases and is categorized into audible and inaudible sounds. The ear is an intricate organ responsible for detecting, transmitting, and transducing sound waves to the brain, while sound waves are created by vibrating objects and can travel through different mediums, with unique characteristics in how they propagate. Additionally, sound is impacted by environmental factors like industrial noise pollution, and its transmission properties play a crucial role in various applications such as geophysical exploration and oceanic communication.