Pollution Flashcards

1
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What are 3 types of pollution?

A

air pollution
land pollution
water pollution

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2
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Describe the “greenhouse effect”

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Carbon dioxide from pollution builds up and warms up the planet like a greenhouse

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3
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What is a landfill and how can they be dangerous?

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A site where rubbish may be dumped but as it breaks down it can release toxic gases which can poison the air

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4
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Explain recycling and give an example?

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To re use items that may normally be thrown away

eg:cardboard / plastic / cans can be turned into something else

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5
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Why are trees important for the environment?

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They clean our air by the green leaves turning carbon dioxide into oxygen

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