Question

Which one of the following is an effect of noise pollution on humans?

Options

• Reduced visibility

• Wastage of natural resources

• Insomnia and sleep disturbances

• Increase in the thickness of ozone layer

Answer 1

Insomnia and sleep disturbances

Explanation:

Noise from traffic, industry, airports, etc., can interrupt and reduce sleep quality, causing insomnia, fragmented sleep, daytime fatigue and long‑term stress; it can also cause hearing loss and degrade quality of life.