Sound wave intensity is a measure of the amount of energy carried by a sound wave per unit area. It is directly related to the amplitude, or height, of the sound wave and is typically measured in decibels (dB).
The higher the intensity of a sound wave, the louder the sound will be perceived. This is because a higher intensity means that there is more energy being transmitted, resulting in a stronger vibration of the eardrum.
Sound wave intensity is a physical measure of the amount of energy carried by a sound wave, while sound level is a subjective measure of the perceived loudness of a sound. Sound level takes into account the sensitivity of the human ear and is measured in decibels (dB).
Sound level is typically measured using a device called a sound level meter. This device measures the sound pressure level in decibels (dB) and can also calculate the average sound level over a given period of time.
The range of sound levels that humans can hear is approximately 0 dB to 120 dB. Sounds below 0 dB are too quiet to be heard, while sounds above 120 dB can be painful and can even cause permanent hearing damage.