NEET Biology NEET PYQ-Locomotion and Movement

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    What is the intensity of sound in normal conversation? [AIPMT 2001]

    A) 10-20 dB

    B) 30-60 dB

    C) 70-90 dB

    D) 120-150 dB

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

    [A] The word noise is taken from the latin word nausea and is defined as unwanted or unpleasant sound that causes discomfort. Intensity of some noise sources is as follows:
    Source Intensity (dB)
    Breathing 10
    Broadcasting studio 20
    Trickling clock 30
    Library 30-35
    Normal conversation 35-60
    Telephone 60
    Office noise 60-80
    Alarm clock 70-80
    Traffic 50-90
    Motor cycle 105
    Jet fly (over 1000') 100-110
    Train whistle (50') 110
    Air craft (100') 110-120
    Commercial jet air craft (100') 120-140
    Space rocket (launching) 170-180


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