Hearing vs. Listening: Understanding and Protecting Our Auditory Health

The video tutorial explains the difference between hearing and listening, emphasizing that hearing is a passive process while listening requires active concentration. It introduces the concept of decibels as a measure of sound loudness, providing examples of various sound levels. The tutorial offers tips for protecting hearing, such as reducing volume and using earplugs at loud events. It also highlights other threats to ear health, like swimmer's ear and infections, and concludes with a review and questions to reinforce learning.

What is the quietest sound our ears can hear measured at?

Why is it important to be aware of noise levels at live events?

What condition can occur if bacteria gets inside the ear canal?