ABSTRACT
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Fortunately, one need not be a physicist in order to function well in professions involved
with hearing and sound. However, a fundamental understanding of the nature of sound and
terms used to describe it is essential to comprehend the language of otologists, audio-
logists, and engineers. Moreover, studying basic physics of sound helps one recognize
complexities and potential pitfalls in measuring and describing sound and helps clarify
the special difficulties encountered in trying to modify sources of noise.
