homevolend said:Homework Statement
How many times quiter or louder is a sound at
1. 80 dB
2. 30 dB
than a sound 50 dB
Homework Equations
dB2=dB1-dB2?
The Attempt at a Solution
Would this just mean
1. 30 dB louder
2. 2 dB softer?
Or how would I finds "times louder".
Sorry for bad english.
These numbers represent the loudness or intensity of a sound, measured in decibels (dB). The higher the number, the louder the sound.
80 dB is significantly louder than 30 dB and slightly louder than 50 dB. To put it in perspective, 80 dB is about the level of sound made by a vacuum cleaner, while 30 dB is closer to the sound of a whisper.
Yes, prolonged exposure to sounds at 80 dB or above can cause permanent hearing damage. Sounds at 30 dB and 50 dB are less likely to cause damage, but it's still important to protect your ears from all levels of loud sounds.
80 dB is equivalent to the sound of a busy street or a garbage disposal, while 30 dB is similar to a quiet library or a soft whisper. 50 dB is closer to the sound of a refrigerator or a moderate rainfall.
Yes, in addition to decibel level, the distance from the sound source, the frequency of the sound, and the environment (e.g. open space vs enclosed room) can also affect the perceived loudness of a sound.