Inside the silence, the experience of the world's quietest room

Steve Orfield, founder of Orfield Laboratories, discusses the experience of being in an anechoic chamber, one of the quietest places on earth. Inside, all external sounds are absorbed, leaving only the sounds of one's own body, such as ear buzzing, joint movements, and heartbeat. These sounds are amplified, making them more noticeable. The chamber can be both relaxing and unsettling, with some people finding peace and others feeling claustrophobic. The experience varies greatly among individuals.

What is the primary function of an anechoic chamber?

• To create sound

• To reflect sound

• To absorb sound

• To amplify sound

Which of the following sounds is NOT typically heard inside an anechoic chamber?

• Ears buzzing

• Joints moving

• Birds chirping

• Heart beating

How much more startling can noises be inside the chamber compared to outside?

• 2 times

• 8 times

• 16 times

• 32 times

What is a common reaction people have when spending time in the anechoic chamber?

• Feeling energized

• Feeling sleepy

• Feeling relaxed or fearful

• Feeling hungry

What is the maximum duration most people can endure inside the chamber?

• 30 minutes

• 1 hour

• 1 hour and 15 minutes

• 2 hours