What is another word for acoustic resistance?
Pronunciation: [ɐkˈuːstɪk ɹɪsˈɪstəns] (IPA) 
Acoustic resistance refers to the property of a material to resist the propagation of sound waves. There are various synonyms for this term, including acoustic impedance, sound insulation, soundproofing, and noise reduction. Acoustic impedance is a measure of the resistance of a material to the transmission of sound waves. Sound insulation refers to the process of reducing the transmission of sound waves through a barrier. Soundproofing involves improving the acoustic resistance of a space to reduce the amount of sound that is transmitted from one area to another. Noise reduction refers to the reduction of the volume or intensity of sound. All of these terms describe the ability of a material or space to resist, block, or reduce sound waves.
