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Why are adverts so loud?

T Tom Scott Tech & Learning 7:58 9 views

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Tell Dad’s helper why — sexual, scary, weird, or just “not for me.”

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This video explains why some advertisements sound so loud even if they aren't very loud on a decibel scale. It talks about how our ears and brains work to make sounds seem louder or quieter. Tom Scott uses fun examples to help us understand.

#science#sound#decibels#technology

🧠 Quiz & Trivia

Test your knowledge after watching!

Q1 What is the name of the smallest bone in your ear?

Answer: The stirrup

Q2 What unit do we use to measure sound pressure?

Answer: Pascals

Q3 What part of your ear helps funnel sound waves into your ear canal?

Answer: Pinna

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