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Write about the sources of noise pollution. Give the impact of noise pollution on human body.

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The excessive and unpleasant sound is considered as noise. The strong vibrations created by the harsh sound disturbs the consciousness. Household sources: Gadgets like food mixer, grinder, vacuum cleaner, washing machine and dryer, cooler, air conditioners can be very noisy and injurious to health. Others include loudspeakers of sound systems and TVs and earphones.
Transportation: Aeroplanes flying over houses and heavy traffic on the roads.
Commercial and industrial activities, construction sites contribute to noise pollution in the nearby locality.
The strong vibrations created by the harsh sound disturbs the consciousness. It also causes hearing impairment, hypertension, annoyance, sleep disturbance, etc.


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