Coverting decibels into linear values

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AlexKom
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Coverting decibels into linear values

Post by AlexKom »

Hello,

I have a problem: how can I convert decibels into linear values? What is the linear unit for sound level measurement? How can I conver tlinear value back to decibels?

I am sorry for a lot of questions...

Thank you!
deleted-71254
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a sound question...

Post by deleted-71254 »

Alex,

This link gives you the background to understand the conversion:

http://www.phys.unsw.edu.au/~jw/dB.html

You will need a calculator that performs log functions. If you don't have a physical calculator with these functions, you may have a virtual calculator in your computer that may be switched to the "scientific calculator mode".

Good Luck!
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