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What is noise pollution?
What is noise pollution?
- Unwanted sound that creates discomfort and has harmful effects (correct)
- Soft music played at a low volume
- A pleasant sound that does not cause any harm
- A type of music genre that is very loud
Which of the following is NOT a common reason for noise pollution?
Which of the following is NOT a common reason for noise pollution?
- Traffic noise
- Construction noise
- Loudspeakers
- Bird songs (correct)
How can noise pollution be prevented?
How can noise pollution be prevented?
- Wearing earplugs (correct)
- Using noisy machines without any precautions
- Increasing the volume of electronic devices
- Listening to loud music in crowded places
Why should appliances be turned off or unplugged when not in use to prevent noise pollution?
Why should appliances be turned off or unplugged when not in use to prevent noise pollution?
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What role do trees play in preventing noise pollution?
What role do trees play in preventing noise pollution?
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Study Notes
What is Noise Pollution?
- Noise is an unwanted sound that has unpleasant and harmful effects on the ears.
- It creates discomfort to the ears.
Causes of Noise Pollution
- Vehicles
- Loudspeakers
- Horns
- Planes
- Traffic
- Construction noise
Prevention of Noise Pollution
- Turn off/unplug appliances at home or offices when not in use.
- Close the door of the room where noisy machines are located.
- Wear earplugs to protect your ears.
- Lower the volume level of radio, television, stereo, and cellphones.
- Stay away from noisy and crowded places.
- Follow noise level limits.
- Control noise level near sensitive places.
- Plant trees to help reduce noise pollution.
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