Why do loud sounds hurt our ears?

Answer: Strong vibrations damage cells

Loud sounds are hot — Wrong. Sound waves don't carry significant heat. The damage is mechanical, from excessive vibration.

Ears run out of energy — Wrong. Ears don't tire out. Loud sounds physically damage the sensitive structures inside.

Strong vibrations damage cells ✓ — Correct! Loud sounds create powerful pressure waves that can damage delicate hair cells in your inner ear. These cells don't regenerate! That's why hearing protection matters—damage from loud noise is permanent.