Noise Polution

Noise Pollution |

Level 7 Research draft 1 |

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Abstract

Noise pollution is becoming more and more serious around the world. Like air and water pollution, noise is one of the most serious pollutants of environments. Noise problems and complaints have increased dramatically as US and European societies have become more urbanized and mechanized. This research will give a definition of noise and points out the dangers of noise pollution and source of noise. Finally, the report will discuss three ways to control noise. This report recommends governments should take responsibility for reducing noise pollution.

Table of contents

Abstract ii

1. Introduction 1

2. The definition of noise 1

3. The dangers of noise pollution 1

3.1 Interference with sleep 1

3.2 Damage to hearing 2

3.3 Physical damage to human health 2

4. Source of noise 2

4.1 Traffic 2

4.2 Factories 3

4.3 Community noise 3

4.4 Domestic appliances noise 3

5. How to control noise 3

5.1 Noise control at the source 3

5.2 Noise control along the path 4

5.3 Noise control at the receiver end 4

6. Conclusion 4

7. Recommendations 5

Reference 6

1. Introduction

With the increasing of urbanization and industrialization in cities, some environment problems are becoming more and more serious, and environment issues may be affect human health. Noise pollution has become a vital hazard to humans. Just like air and water, noise has also been recognized as one of pollutants in the world. This research will describes what noise pollution is, and dangerous effects of noise pollution. Also, it will focus on sources of noise and how to control noise.

2. The definition of noise

The word “noise” comes from the Latin word “nausea,” meaning seasickness. Recently, the most common definition of noise is “unwanted sound.” This is because a sound might be loud, unpleasant or disturbing. What is noise pollution? According to Hogan (2010), noise pollution can be defined as...