The ocean is far from the silent, serene world we imagine
In short: While we often perceive the ocean as a peaceful and relaxing environment, it is actually shockingly loud. This video explores the surprising sources of underwater noise that could potentially destroy human hearing.
The ocean's acoustic environment is much more intense than the serene imagery many people hold. This video investigates how certain underwater animals produce sounds so powerful they pose a threat to human hearing.
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