Question

List two major harmful effects of the following:

Prolonged noise such as the one produced by crackers.

List one major harmful effect of each of the following:

Prolonged noise such as the one produced by crackers.

Answer 1

1. Prolonged exposure to the high decibel noise damages the eardrums and can cause permanent hearing impairment.
2. Noise pollution can lead to high blood pressure (hypertension), constant headaches, and a lack of concentration.
3. Prolonged noise can even lead to deafness.