General Acoustics FAQ | Page 1

Q. What is sound?

Q. What is decibel, dB?

Q. How do I relate decibel to common sounds?

Q. What is Frequency?

Q. How do I measure sound level and frequency?

Q. What is Sound Proofing?

Q. What is Sound Absorption?

Q. Is loudness the only thing that causes disturbance?

Q. Why do I feel partially deaf after listening to prolonged loud music?

GENERAL ACOUSTICS FAQ

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Q. Is loudness the only thing that causes disturbance?
 

A. No. While the loudness of a noise is a major component which causes disturbance, other aspects such as the pitch and temporal characteristics of a noise can also cause different degree of disturbance.