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Competitive Exams · General Knowledge · question 245

Q245

Sound becomes hazardous noise pollution at decibels?

A.
Above 120 db
B.
Above 80 db
Answer
C.
Above 50 db
D.
Above 30 db

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Sound levels are measured in decibels(dB), sound level of 80 or more dB can aptly be called noise which can cause serious hearing loss, tensions, high blood pressure, it can induce several disorders prematurely existing, such as hypertension, an increase in blood cholesterol level and is detrimental to health in other aspects when observed for more than maximum tolerable limit of 50 dB.
Hence, the correct answer is 'Above 80 dB'.