Question

State any two harmful effects of noise pollution on human health.

Mention two harmful effects of noise pollution.

Answer 1

Harmful effects of noise pollution on human health:

1. Prolonged exposure to 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. It interrupts the thought process, resulting in low efficiency at work.
4. It disturbs sleep, which causes irritability and nervous disorders.
5. In urban areas, noise pollution from traffic, construction sites and industrial activities can disrupt wildlife habitats and interfere with their ability to communicate and find food.