Noise is measured in Decibel (dB). Tolerance for noise is frequently independent of decibel levels. Sound above a certain decibel level can cause permanent damage to inner ear stereocilia. It is often expressed using the logarithmic decibel (dB) units ("dB gain"). The most common cause of hyperacusis is overexposure to excessively high decibel (sound pressure) levels. The maximum daily dose with the corresponding decibel level is shown below. The magnitude axis is in [Decibel] (dB). Although the decibel (dB) is permitted for use alongside SI units, the dBW is not. Although the decibel (dB) is permitted for use alongside SI units, the dBc is not. The decibel (dB) is one-tenth of a bel&colon; . Musicians, from classical orchestras to rock groups, are exposed to high decibel ranges. The current PEL for OSHA standards are based on a 5 decibel exchange rate. Like the decibel, the neper is a dimensionless unit. Common examples include the megabyte and the decibel. His findings would lead to the creation of the decibel scale.