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Below are definitions of useful acoustical terms. These definitions are explanatory in nature, rather than technically detailed. Please refer to a qualified professional or text for more precise definitions.
The absence of any sounds. Silence differs from “quiet,” which is the absence of unwanted sounds. A space can be considered quiet even if an unobtrusive background sound is present.