Question for dangerous sound waves for health effect?

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The discussion centers on the health effects of ultrasound versus infrasound, emphasizing that both can be dangerous depending on their loudness and frequency. The importance of specific frequencies is highlighted, with a mention that 18Hz, the resonant frequency of the eye, can induce hallucinations. The decibel level of sound is also a critical factor in determining health impacts. Participants suggest that while both ultrasound and infrasound can have harmful effects, their frequencies and sound levels are key to understanding their risks. Additionally, the conversation touches on the role of these sound types in diagnosing diseases, indicating their potential utility in medical contexts. There is a call for supporting research from reputable journals to substantiate claims about the health effects of these sound frequencies.
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Which one has the more dangerous health effect...ultrasound or infrasound.? and why...
 
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Depends how loud they are
 
can you explain more .what you mean...
 
Frequencies within each band are also important. Cool tidbit: 18Hz is the resonant frequency of the eye and cause hallucinationshttp://www.hpa.org.uk/webc/hpawebfile/hpaweb_c/1265028759369, here is a good read on the subject. The dB of the sound is also important like Khashishi suggests. Try to reformulate your question and what specifically you want to compare between the two, all sounds have human health effects.
 
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As, I know both are dangerous for health. But yeah! this is true that the frequencies matter.

But these are some of the only way in various diseases to detect what is going on and by which diseases you are suffering.
 
adalinaabella said:
As, I know both are dangerous for health. But yeah! this is true that the frequencies matter.

But these are some of the only way in various diseases to detect what is going on and by which diseases you are suffering.
You need to furnish the mainstream research published in an acceptable journal that backs this up.
 

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