What is noise pollution?

• Sound at levels high enough to cause physiological stress and hearing loss

• Sound at levels high enough to cause annoyance

• Sound at levels high enough to cause temporary hearing loss

• Sound at levels high enough to cause permanent hearing loss

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Which of the following is not a source of noise pollution?

• Urban areas

• Transportation

• Construction

• Agricultural activity

How does noise pollution affect animals?

• Physiological stress

• Masking of natural sounds

• Damaged hearing

• All of the above

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What are the potential effects of noise pollution on marine fishes?

• Physiological stress

• Masking of sounds used to communicate or hunt

• Damaged hearing

• All of the above

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Why are marine mammals especially affected by noise pollution?

• They have sensitive hearing

• They use sonar for communication

• Sound carries further through water

• All of the above

Which of the following is not a source of noise pollution in urban areas?

What are the harmful effects of noise pollution on humans?

• Hearing loss

• Sleep disturbances

• Increased stress levels

• All of the above

How does noise pollution affect communication and hunting for animals?

• It masks the sounds they use to communicate or hunt

• It enhances their ability to communicate and hunt

• It has no effect on their communication and hunting abilities

• It makes it easier for them to communicate and hunt

How does noise pollution affect domestic and industrial activity?

• It disrupts daily activities

• It increases productivity

• It improves communication

• It has no effect on domestic and industrial activity

What are the potential effects of noise pollution on marine mammals?

• Physiological stress

• Masking of natural sounds

• Damaged hearing

• All of the above

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