Answer:
A-the energy of the wave decreases gradually
Explanation:
when a wave is acted upon by an external damping force the energy of the wave decreases gradually.
The energy degrades into the form of heat which is considered to be of less value and use. The reason is because it disperses and spreads more widely.
So therefore it end up as heat with a little sound but that is close to none because that too disperses into heat i.e. decreased form of energy.
