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What is the main source of outdoor noise pollution worldwide?
What is the main source of outdoor noise pollution worldwide?
- Construction only
- Industrial buildings
- Transportation systems only
- Construction and transportation systems (correct)
What may give rise to noise pollution as per the text?
What may give rise to noise pollution as per the text?
- Proximity of residential areas to hospitals
- Poor urban planning (correct)
- Rural areas
- Side-by-side residential buildings
What factors can affect the noise level reading on a sound level meter?
What factors can affect the noise level reading on a sound level meter?
- The brand of the sound level meter
- The color of the noise source
- The phase of the moon
- The distance between the meter and the source of the sound (correct)
At what decibel level can immediate and irreversible nerve damage occur in humans?
At what decibel level can immediate and irreversible nerve damage occur in humans?
What happens to hearing acuity over time when exposed to sounds above 85 dB?
What happens to hearing acuity over time when exposed to sounds above 85 dB?
Why is it important to specify conditions when reporting a sound level value?
Why is it important to specify conditions when reporting a sound level value?
How does noise pollution affect cetaceans such as whales and dolphins?
How does noise pollution affect cetaceans such as whales and dolphins?
What is a significant impact of noise pollution on individuals according to the text?
What is a significant impact of noise pollution on individuals according to the text?
Which organization estimates that one out of three people in Europe is harmed by traffic noise?
Which organization estimates that one out of three people in Europe is harmed by traffic noise?
What is a recommended way to avoid noise pollution according to the text?
What is a recommended way to avoid noise pollution according to the text?
How is environmental and industrial noise regulated in the United States?
How is environmental and industrial noise regulated in the United States?
What can be an adverse effect of noise pollution according to the text?
What can be an adverse effect of noise pollution according to the text?
