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Decibel
Definition of Decibel
A decibel is one tenth of a bel, where a bel is logarithmic ratio of two intensities.
Intensity = 10log(I1 / I0) (dB)
Decibel Explained with Examples
Decibels in Ultrasound
Decibel in Physics Problems
Decibel in Sound and Hearing
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