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The unit to measure the loudness of sound is called _______________.


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  1. Loudness is a subjective quantity and differs from person to person.
  2. The loudness of sound is measured in decibels(dB).
  3. The minimum loudness of sound audible at a frequency1kHz is considered to be the zero level of sound i.e,0dB.

Hence, the unit to measure the loudness of sound is called decibels(dB).


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