Sound Power Level (SWL) is a measure of the total acoustic energy emitted by a source per unit time, expressed in decibels (dB) relative to a reference power of 1 picowatt. It is an intrinsic property of the sound source, independent of the environment, unlike Sound Pressure Level which varies with distance and surroundings.

Sound Power Level

Total acoustic energy

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1 picowatt

An intrinsic property is a characteristic that an object or substance possesses independently of any external factors or context. These properties are inherent to the object itself and do not change regardless of the object's environment or the presence of other objects.

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Sound Source

Sound Pressure Level (SPL) is a logarithmic measure of the effective pressure of a sound relative to a reference value, typically the threshold of hearing. It quantifies sound intensity in decibels (dB) and is crucial for understanding sound perception and noise control.

Sound Pressure Level

Distance is a measure of the interval between two points in space, often quantified in terms of length. It is a fundamental concept in mathematics and physics, playing a crucial role in geometry, mechanics, and various scientific calculations.

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