Question

What happens when the inner ear is exposed to very loud noises?

Answer 1

being exposed to loud noises for a long period of time can cause hearing loss

Answer 2

noises that reach a decibel level of 85 can cause permanent damage to the hair cells in the inner ear, leading to hearing loss. Many common sounds may be louder than you think… A typical conversation occurs at 60 dB – not loud enough to cause damage