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Environmental Science

Noise Pollution

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Prolonged exposure to noise above 85 decibels can cause hearing damage, and noise pollution is linked to increased stress, heart disease, and cognitive impairment in children.

Why this is interesting

You can hear a pin drop in a quiet library, but what about the constant hum of traffic outside? Is that noise more than just an annoyance?