heavy traffic means no movement so motors are typically in an idle state making hardly any noise. despite movies, no one really honks in heavy traffic either so it's all relatively quiet. unless you have someone with you to converse with or a radio it gets quite boring
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The average loudness of heavy traffic can range from 70 to 85 decibels, depending on factors such as the number of vehicles, road surface, and surrounding buildings.
SPL stands for Sound Pressure Level, and 86 dB represents the loudness of the sound in decibels. An SPL of 86 dB is approximately equivalent to the noise level of heavy traffic or a vacuum cleaner from a few feet away. It is considered moderately loud and prolonged exposure may cause hearing damage.
Loudness is measured in decibels (dB), which quantifies the intensity of sound waves. The higher the decibel level, the louder the sound.
The quality or state of being loud.
Loudness depends on the amplitude. square of amplitude is proportional to the loudness. Pitch is decided by the frequency. One can sing at higher pitch but at lower voice.
The unit of loudness is called decibel (dB).