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A sound that measures decibels is 1000 times louder than the threshold of hearing?
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∙ 14y ago
The threshold of hearing varies between individuals, but is commonly taken as 0dB. About one-half of the (undamaged, young, non noise-exposed, ... ...) people will have hearing better than the threshold, and the other half will hear worse than the threshold.
But to the point, 10dB is 10 times, 20 dB is 100 times, and 30 dB is 1000 times.
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What decibels damage our hearing?
The sound pressure of the threshold of hearing is 20µPa as the reference value that is 0 dB. The threshold of pain depends on the listening person. You can find the following rounded limits in various articles (Sound pressure level Lp and Sound pressure p):120 dB = 20 Pa130 dB = 63 Pa134 dB = 100 Pa137.5 dB = 150 Pa140 dB = 200 Pa Cheers ebsWe can hear from the threshold of hearing at 0 dB up to the threshold of pain at around 130 dB.
How much louder is 10 decibels than 0 decibels?
It's 10 times louder. It is easily looked up.. Example of source: http://www.howstuffworks.com/question124.htm
What level on a sound meter constitutes harmful to your ears?
There is not a set level for everyone. It is recommended that a sound level of 90 decibels not be continued longer than 8 hours. Also, OSHA prohibits exposure to sounds louder than 115 decibels without hearing protection.
What is the Unit of measuring the intensity of sound?
Sound is measured in decibels, dB. Ten decibels (one Bel) sounds twice as loud as another sound. One decibel is the amount of sound just distinguishably louder than another sound. Named after A G Bell of telephone fame.
The decibel level at the threshold of human is?
The human ear can detect from 0 dB to 120 dB without suffering damage. Some pelople can hear sounds that are quieter than 0 dB. Sounds louder than 120 dB can be expected to be painful and may result in damage to the eardrum and other parts of the ear. Sounds above about 85 dB, if heard regularly for extended periods of time may cause loss of hearing that cannot be repaired.
You want to measure how much louder 95 decibels is than the threshold of sound?
Take a sound pressure level meter and measure it. 95 decibels means over the is 0 decibels is the threshold of hearing. 95 decibels means the measure over 0 decibels.
How many decibels is a drum kit?
A drum kit is no decibels. The decibels depends how close you measure to the bat. The closer - the louder! And the louder you play the more decibels you get. The distance is very important if you measure with a sound pressure level meter.
How many decibels does a sonic grenade emit?
130 decibels -140 decibels close up maybe louder though
What decibels damage our hearing?
The sound pressure of the threshold of hearing is 20µPa as the reference value that is 0 dB. The threshold of pain depends on the listening person. You can find the following rounded limits in various articles (Sound pressure level Lp and Sound pressure p):120 dB = 20 Pa130 dB = 63 Pa134 dB = 100 Pa137.5 dB = 150 Pa140 dB = 200 Pa Cheers ebsWe can hear from the threshold of hearing at 0 dB up to the threshold of pain at around 130 dB.
Can the sound of chimes be measured in decibels?
Why not. Go closer to the chimes and you will measure more decibels. The closer the louder.
How much louder is 10 decibels than 0 decibels?
It's 10 times louder. It is easily looked up.. Example of source: http://www.howstuffworks.com/question124.htm
Can your own screaming damage your ears?
Yes, if you can produce more than 85dB of noise. The louder the scream above this threshold, the faster you can damage your hearing. At 100dB, it takes about 20min. Normally it is unlikely unless you scream a lot. Opera singers sometimes have hearing damage due to the loudness and time extent of their singing.
What common unit is used to measures sound intensity?
Sound is measured in decibels, dB. Ten decibels (one Bel) sounds twice as loud as another sound. One decibel is the amount of sound just distinguishably louder than another sound. Named after A G Bell of telephone fame.
What level on a sound meter constitutes harmful to your ears?
There is not a set level for everyone. It is recommended that a sound level of 90 decibels not be continued longer than 8 hours. Also, OSHA prohibits exposure to sounds louder than 115 decibels without hearing protection.
What is the sound quality of a harp?
The decibels depends how close you measure to the harp. The closer - the louder! And the louder you play the more decibels you get. The distance is very important if you measure with a sound pressure level meter.
How loud can vuvuzela get?
A vuvuzela makes a noise of 127 decibels, louder than a chainsaw.
How loud is decibels?
2 million times louder than whatever your reference level is.
