Pollution Flashcards
Define “Pollution.”
Pollution is the presence of substances and heat in environmental media (air, water, land) whose nature, location, or quantity produces undesirable environmental effects.
What is “White Pollution”?
“White Pollution” refers to plastic pollution, which includes plastic waste and debris that contaminate natural environments, particularly oceans and marine ecosystems.
How does noise pollution affect people and animals?
olonged exposure to noise pollution can lead to health issues in humans, including cardiovascular disease, stress, anxiety, and hearing loss. In animals, noise pollution disrupts communication, affects marine life, and can cause hypersensitivity in certain species.
What is light pollution, and how does it impact wildlife?
Light pollution is excessive, misdirected, or obtrusive artificial light in the environment. It negatively affects wildlife by disrupting natural behaviors such as migration patterns and hunting. For example, it can lead sea turtle hatchlings away from the sea, potentially endangering their survival.
What are some potential ways to mitigate the impact of pollution on wildlife and the environment?
Mitigating the impact of pollution on wildlife and the environment may involve the development of quieter machinery, quieter transportation methods, noise reduction barriers, and establishing quiet areas in oceans. Additionally, reducing pollution sources, especially plastic waste and single-use plastics, is essential.
How does the impact of pollution change with economic development in developed countries?
In developed countries, economic development can help mitigate pollution. For example, in the case of air pollution, a peak in pollution levels is observed after which economic development contributes to its reduction. A similar trend may apply to other types of pollution, but further research is needed to confirm this hypothesis.
