The SI unit of loudness is bel, but it is measured in decibel.

True

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False

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Solution

The correct option is B False
Sound is the form of energy. It is produced when the object vibrates. A vibrating device that undergoes rapid to and fro motion about its mean position hence sound is produced.
The SI unit is measured in decibels. Its symbol is db.
Thus given statement is false.

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