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What are the consequences of the noise pollution on humans?
a. Psychological disorders
b. Physiological disorders
c. Sleeping sickness
d. Increased heart beat
e. Altered breathing pattern
f. Stress

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a, b, d, e and f

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c, d, e and f

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a, b, c, d, e and f

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a, b, c and f

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Solution

The correct option is A a, b, d, e and f
Definition of noise pollution

Noise pollution is the pollution caused by unwanted sound that disturbs the normal life activities and affects the hearing capacity of the human population. Any noise above 80 dB is considered noise pollution.

Effects of noise pollution on human health

Psychological disorders like mental health disorders including anxiety, depression etc.

Physiological disorders are those conditions or illnesses in the body resulting in malfunction of body systems.

Sleeplessness, increased heartbeat, altered breathing patterns could cause stress in humans.

Final answer

(B) a, b, d, e and f

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