We measure sound intensity (also referred to as sound power or sound pressure) in units called decibels. Decibels (dB) are named in honor of Alexander Graham Bell, the inventor of both the telephone and the audiometer. An audiometer is a … Continue reading →

Indoor noise and reverberation in classroom settings were found to be associated with poorer performance of the children in verbal tasks. Regarding chronic exposure to aircraft noise, studies consistently found that high exposure is associated with lower reading performance. Does … Continue reading →

When the air becomes dirty due to smoke and harmful gases it is called AIR POLLUTION. We should always breathe clean and fresh air because breathing impure or dirty air can make us sick and it can also harm the … Continue reading →

Non-auditory tasks such as short-term memory, reading and writing are also impaired by noise. Depending on the nature of the tasks and sounds, these impairments may result from specific interference with perceptual and cognitive processes involved in the focal task, … Continue reading →

After reviewing past research, authors found that music is associated with a number of markers of heart health. First, studies suggest that compared to silence, music tends to increase heart rate and speed up breathing. Faster music also speeds up … Continue reading →

Sources of Noise Pollution Vehicles honking on the road and traffic signals. Explosions. Bursting crackers. Huge machines at construction sites, factories. Loud Speakers. TV, Music system played at high volumes. Some kitchen and home appliances like mixers, ACs etc. What … Continue reading →

The benefits of energy-saving light bulbs. Incandescent and inefficient halogen light bulbs are being gradually phased out of the market, with energy saving bulbs stepping up to the plate. This new generation of light bulbs shine brighter, last longer, and … Continue reading →

Google Pixel 6 and 6 Pro will be made in China due to COVID-19 restrictions. Last year, Google decided to move its production line to northern Vietnam from China. But now, it seems that the company will be manufacturing its … Continue reading →

If not, please make sure your javascript is enabled, then refresh. If problems persist, this might be on our side – wait a few minutes, then hit ctrl+f5! Your browser may not be recent enough to run Cookie Clicker. You … Continue reading →

The barrels must rotate into the proper position to fire. As the barrel rotates, a round is loaded in one position, the bolt closes and then fires at another position, and then the bolt opens and the expended shell is … Continue reading →

Originally for the Nintendo Entertainment System, Super C has been re-released on several platforms. The original cheats for Super C work in all other versions. These cheats are for the Nintendo Virtual Console version of Super C for Wii, Wii … Continue reading →

For good acoustics in an auditorium, the sidewalls and ceiling should be carefully oriented and acoustically hard to reflect performance sound to the ears of the audience. These sound-reflective surfaces provide very important natural sound reinforcement for better hearing. What … Continue reading →

Cardboard does not actively absorb sound, but the material will significantly reduce the transfer of noises and echoes when placed along walls, ceilings and floors.Try to find packing cardboard with E-fluting for a material that can bend into the shape … Continue reading →

Most experts would agree that suede and velvet are two of the best choices when it comes to sound absorbing fabrics. These fabrics are heavy and porous with textured surfaces, so they are capable of absorbing a significant amount of … Continue reading →

The only way to truly disable cheats after being enabled upon world creation is via an external editor. Like nuclearbobomb said, you can use “Open to LAN” to enable/disable cheats. This will also work for the owner of the world … Continue reading →