Whats the Source
Constant honking and engine sounds in a city
Traffic / Cars
What is the most common physical effect of loud noise on humans?
Hearing loss
Animals use sound for this basic function
Communication
What animals rely heavily on sound to communicate?
Dolphins/ Whales
Loud repetitive drilling and hammering at a site
Construction
Noise pollution can increase this mental/physical condition
Stress
Noise can make it harder for predators to do what?
Hunt
What technology do these animals use to navigate and hunt?
Echolocation
Extremely loud sound during takeoff and landing
Airplanes
What important human function is often disrupted by noise at night?
Sleep
Noise can block important sounds, what is this called what?
Masking
What human activity is the biggest source of constant ocean noise?
Shipping
Low-frequency underwater noise from large vessels
Ships / Shipping
Noise can reduce this ability needed for school/work
Animals may avoid noisy areas, changing their what?
Migration Routes/ Habitat
What type of technology can disorient marine animals?
Sonar
Powerful underwater sound waves used to locate oil
Seismic Airguns
Long-term exposure to noise can increase risk of what major health issue?
Heart problems / High blood pressure / High Cortisol
Which type of noise pollution affects BOTH humans and marine animals significantly?
Transportation
Long-term noise exposure can damage animals’ what sense?
Hearing
Loud underwater noise can cause whales to do what dangerous behavior?
Beaching/ Stranding