Ch.1 air pollution Flashcards
What does air pollution refers to?
It refers to the release of pollutants into the air.
What are harms of air pollution
It is detrimental for human health and the plant as a whole.
Who are suffering the most from breathing air?
Those who are living in low-and middle- income countries.
What are the causes of air pollution?
Fire, Factories, Vehicles
Is smog and smoke caused by air pollution?
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What are air pollutants?
There are substances in the air that are harmful to us.
What are some examples of air pollutants?
PM 2.5, Sulphur dioxide, Nitrogen dioxide
What is PM 2.5 ?
It is a complex of particles.
Where does sulphur dioxide comes from?
It comes from vehicle emissions and burning of fossil fuels.
NO2
Traffic-derived pollutants
What are some impacts of smog
Sickness, greenhouse effect, endangered animals.
When does smog occurs?
It occurs when the emissions from combusting fossil fuels react with sunlight.
What are the effects of air pollution
Global warming, health problems, acid rain.
