PREFINALS - UNIT 4 POLLUTION Flashcards
It often incorporates controlled- environment agriculture, which aims to optimize plant growth, and soilless farming techniques
Sustainable Agriculture
What are the three soilless farming techniques
hydroponics
aquaponics
aeroponics
comes from unlimited, naturally replenished resources,
Renewable energy
Give three examples of renewable energy
Sun, tides, and wind
Give the (5) Notable Solutions on Pollution
• Renewable Energy
• Sustainable Agriculture
• Improved Waste Management
• Policy and Regulation
• Public Awareness and Education
A 2021 report estimated that air pollution costs the Philippines approximately ______ due to health-care and welfare costs and labor and economic productivity loss
ECONOMIC COST
US$87 billion annually
Pollution results in significant economic losses due to
• healthcare costs
• Loss of agricultural productivity
• damage to infrastructure
Ecosystems are disrupted by pollution, leading to the loss of biodiversity, soil erosion, and the degradation of freshwater resources.
Environmental Degradation
Exposure to air pollution can cause
•Respiratory Issues
•Cardiovascular Diseases
•Death
Water pollution leads to
Water borne diseases
Soil contamination can result in
Food safety concerns
An increased amount of light at night lowers melatonin production, which results in sleep deprivation, fatigue, headaches, stress, anxiety, and other health problems
LIGHT POLLUTION
is excessive artificial light that negatively impacts the environment by wasting energy and causing adverse effects.
LIGHT POLLUTION
is excessive artificial light that negatively impacts the environment by wasting energy and causing adverse effects.
LIGHT POLLUTION
– This is a very quiet sound, barely audible.
– A typical quiet environment.
– A typical conversation level.
– This level of noise can be annoying and potentially harmful with prolonged exposure.
– This is a very loud sound and prolonged exposure can cause hearing damage. Examples include heavy trucks.
– This level of noise is extremely loud and can cause immediate pain and hearing damage. Examples include a jet at takeoff.
10 dB: Soft whisper
30 dB: Bedroom at night
50 dB: Moderate
70 dB: Noisy
90 dB: Very Loud
120 dB: Painful
