What is the intensity of sound in normal conversation?
A
10-20 dB
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B
40-60 dB
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C
90-120 dB
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D
120-150 dB
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Solution
The correct option is B 40-60 dB The intensity of sound in normal conversation is 40-60 dB. When the sound exceeds its upper limit it creates high-frequency vibrations in the tympanic membrane and it ruptures, which may lead to deafness.