4. Assume that you are participating in a debate competition. Prepare your arguments in
written form either for or against the motion on the following topic. (10x1=10)
“In the opinion of the House, sound pollution should be declared an environmental hazard
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Answer:
High noise levels can contribute to cardiovascular effects in humans and an increased incidence of coronary artery disease.
In animals, noise can increase the risk of death by altering
predator or prey detection and avoidance, interfere with reproduction and navigation, and contribute to permanent hearing loss.
While the elderly may have cardiac problems due to noise, according to the World Health Organization, children are especially vulnerable to noise, and the effects that noise has on children may be permanent
Noise poses a serious threat to a child’s physical and psychological health, and may negatively interfere with a child's learning and behavior.
Noise pollution can cause hypertension, high stress levels, tinnitus, hearing loss, sleep disturbances, and other harmful and disturbing effects
Answer:
noise pollution environment hazard