Assessment of noisepollution due to generators in Akure,OndoState,Nigeria

Francis, Olawale Abulude and Samuel, Dare Fagbayide and Smart, A Olubayode (2018) Assessment of noisepollution due to generators in Akure,OndoState,Nigeria. Environmental Research & Technology, 1 (3). pp. 1-4.

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Abstract

World Health Organization declared noise in large cities as pollution (third after water andair). Most areas in the world have this menace. This menace has been on the increase due to population growth, increase in vehicular movements, high industrial activities and many others. This attendant problem has resulted in many sicknesses and even death. One of the causes of noise pollution is generators. Many developing countries rely on them for different activities. Nigeria is inclusive. This study was embarked upon to assess the level of noise from generators using a sound level meter. Four locations were identified: two residential, commercial, and industrial areas. A total of one hundred generators was monitored. The mean results in dBA (minimum and maximum respectively) are: Oke Eri Estate–(88.7 ± 10.3, 90.5 ± 15.2), Housin

Item Type:	Article
Subjects:	Q Science > Q Science (General)
Divisions:	Faculty of Engineering, Science and Mathematics > School of Engineering Sciences
Depositing User:	Mr Adedamola Bameke
Date Deposited:	19 Jun 2020 09:54
Last Modified:	19 Jun 2020 09:54
URI:	http://eprints.federalpolyilaro.edu.ng/id/eprint/588

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