All of the Following Are Negative Effects of Prolonged Exposure

question 23

Multiple Choice

All of the following are negative effects of prolonged exposure to noise pollution EXCEPT:

• A) hearing damage
• B) increased blood pressure
• C) increased frequency of heart disease
• D) psychological stress
• E) all of these can be caused by prolonged exposure to noise pollution

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Definitions:

Environmental Factor

Any external element that can influence the development or outcome of a process or the health of an organism.

Birth Defects

Abnormalities in physical or mental structure or function that are present at birth, affecting body development or function.

Embryonic Stage

The period from two to eight weeks following fertilization during which significant growth occurs in the major organs and body systems.

Fetal Stage

The stage that begins at about eight weeks after conception and continues until birth.