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Which of the following is the correct definition of auditory sense?
Which of the following is the correct definition of auditory sense?
- The ability to perceive and interpret smells
- The ability to perceive and interpret tastes
- The ability to perceive and interpret colors
- The ability to perceive and interpret sounds (correct)
What is the term used to describe any annoying, disturbing, or unwanted sound?
What is the term used to describe any annoying, disturbing, or unwanted sound?
- Sonar
- Noise (correct)
- Echo
- Tinnitus
What can noise do to humans?
What can noise do to humans?
- Promote better sleep
- Improve verbal communication
- Irritate people and reduce working efficiency (correct)
- Enhance working efficiency
What is the range of frequencies that human ears can respond to?
What is the range of frequencies that human ears can respond to?
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At what range of sounds is the human ear most sensitive?
At what range of sounds is the human ear most sensitive?
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Study Notes
Auditory Sense
- The auditory sense is the ability to hear.
- It is one of the five main senses.
- It is responsible for our perception of sound.
Noise
- Noise is any unwanted sound.
- It can be annoying, disturbing, or harmful to humans.
Effects of Noise on Humans
- Noise can cause stress, anxiety, and fatigue.
- It can also lead to hearing loss, cardiovascular problems, and sleep disturbances.
Human Hearing Range
- The human ear can respond to sounds ranging from 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz.
- This range is considered the audible range of human hearing.
Human Ear Sensitivity
- The human ear is most sensitive to sounds between 2,000 Hz and 5,000 Hz.
- This is the frequency range where most human speech occurs.
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