Correct Answer - Option 1 : Physiological effect
Concept:
Noise pollution:
Noise pollution is generally defined as regular exposure to elevated sound levels that may lead to adverse effects in humans or other living organisms. According to the World Health Organization, sound levels less than 70 dB are not damaging to living organisms. Exposure for more than 8 hours to constant noise beyond 85 dB may be hazardous.
Sources of Noise Pollution:
- Industrial pollution
- Agricultural machine pollution
- Household pollution
- Transport pollution
- Defense equipment pollution
- Miscellaneous Sources:
Impacts of noise pollution on a human being:
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Physiological effect: Any effect on the natural process of the body like pain in the heart and narrowing of arteries.
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Psychological effect: Affects the thinking, feeling, Emotions overall mental health of a person.
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Physical effect: Affects the external structure of a person.
