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The decibel is the common measure of sound intensity You can either use logarithmic calculators to add together two decibel values or you can ... ? 10 log (10x inverse log dBvalue/10 + 10x inverse log dBvalue/10) =

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Why is the abbreviation for decibels dB?

DeciBels


Does voltage current or power affect volume in a speaker?

Power (Watts)/ Decibels (if the speaker is efficient) 2 Watts = 93 decibels 4 Watts = 96 decibels 8 Watts = 99 decibels 16 Watts = 102 decibels 32 Watts = 105 decibels 64 Watts = 108 decibels 128 Watts = 111 decibels 256 Watts = 114 decibels 512 Watts= 117 decibels 1024 Watts = 120 decibels Some Volumes to Compare 10 decibels = normal human breathing 60 decibels = normal human conversation 110 decibels = power saw, car horn, shouting in ear, 120 decibels = jet aircraft close by, emergency vehicle siren, rock concert


Why do you multiply or add logarithms when working with frequencies?

I have seen logarithms used with decibels, which are used to measure power or intensity; not with frequencies.


What do decibels change in?

do decibels change to wavelength


How many decibels is a whisper?

20 decibels


What is the abbreviation used for decibels?

The abbreviation used for decibels is dB.


How many decibels is a pigs squeal?

207 decibels.


Decibels are a measuremeant of what?

Decibels are a measurement of the loudness of sound.


What is the symbol for decibels?

The usual symbol for decibels is dB.


How many decibels are in microwave s?

Microwave ovens typically operate at around 60-70 decibels while heating food. When you add food to the microwave, there may be a slight increase in noise level, but it usually remains within the same range.


Do all noises combine for decibels?

No, decibels are measured individually for each noise source before they can be combined. Sound levels don't add up like numbers; instead, they are combined using a specific formula that accounts for how they interact with each other.


How many decibels does a cough produce?

70-100 decibels