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Noise becomes uncomfortable above

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180 dB
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140 dB
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100 dB
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80 dB
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Solution

The correct option is D 80 dB
The word noise can be defined as unpleasant or unwanted sound that causes discomfort and unease. Sound above 60 dB become polluting as it starts building up anxiety. Sounds above 80 dB and more has the tendency to damage the human ear and can cause serious illness in the human body. Constant hearing of loud sounds can be associated with noise pollution caused by industries, traffic, machinery, aircraft, loudspeakers etc. Noise pollution affects physical as well as psychological health. Regular exposure to consistent loud sounds can cause hypertension, stress, cardiovascular adverse effect and hearing impairment by damaging the eardrum and dilation of pupils which could interfere in ocular health in later stages in life.
Hence, the correct answer is '80 dB'.

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