Effects of intense low frequency sound (sonic boom) on the cochlea

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Article

Publication Date

2-1-1975

Publication Title

Envrionmental Research

Abstract

The effect of sonic boom on hearing was studied by exposing guinea pigs to intense low-frequency tones. Low frequencies were found to affect cochlear function and structure; however, it was concluded that the typical sonic boom does not contain low frequencies of sufficient intensity to damage the cochlea.

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