Ocean acoustics is the study of sound in the ocean, focusing on how sound waves travel through water. This field examines various factors that affect sound propagation, such as temperature, salinity, and pressure. Understanding these elements helps scientists and researchers analyze underwater communication, marine life behavior, and oceanographic processes. Sound plays a crucial role in the ocean, as many marine animals, like whales and dolphins, rely on echolocation and vocalizations to navigate and find food. Additionally, ocean acoustics is essential for submarine communication and monitoring environmental changes, such as climate change and underwater earthquakes.