Noise pollution in urban areas can be attributed to a combination of industrial activities, transportation, and construction.

Increasing the volume of traffic would actually worsen noise pollution, rather than control it.

Noise pollution refers to the level of noise that is considered harmful to human health or well-being.

Noise pollution can lead to a variety of health problems, including hearing loss, stress, and cardiovascular disease. It does not, however, improve sleep quality.

Noise barriers can absorb, reflect, and block sound waves, depending on their design and materials.

Ear plugs are not considered noise barriers in the context of urban planning, as they are personal protective equipment worn by individuals.

Noise control, noise reduction, and noise abatement are all terms used to describe the process of reducing noise pollution.

Allowing more industrial activities in residential areas would increase noise pollution, rather than control it.

Noise standard refers to the level of noise that is considered acceptable for a given area, as defined by regulations or guidelines.

Noise pollution control aims to reduce noise levels, not increase them.

Noise acoustics is the study of noise and its effects on humans, including its measurement, control, and impact on health and well-being.

Increasing the number of vehicles on the road would increase noise pollution, rather than control it.

Noise monitoring, noise assessment, and noise measurement are all terms used to describe the process of measuring noise levels.

Increasing the volume of machinery would increase noise pollution, rather than control it.

Environmental noise pollution refers to the level of noise that is considered harmful to the environment, including its impact on wildlife and ecosystems.