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Distinguish between loudness and intensity of sound.
Loudness | Intensity |
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Loudness is the measure of sensitivity of the ear to sound which can differentiate between loud and soft sound. |
The amount of sound energy passing through a unit area in one second is called the intensity of sound. |
Loudness may be different for different observers that depends on the sensitivity of the ears. |
It does not depend on the sensitivity of the ears. |
It’s unit is decibel (dB). | Its unit is watt/m2. |