Sound, Radio & InformationHearing
The Sound Only Teenagers Hear
We lose the highest notes as we age
Some shops have played a buzz that sends teenagers away while most adults hear nothing. How can one sound reach only young ears?
You'll find out
- How high your own ears can go
- Where in the ear high notes live
- Why the top notes fade with age
Why it matters
Every ear has a top note, and it creeps down over a lifetime. Knowing why helps you look after yours.
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