Quiz 3 Flashcards
What is Anthropology?
study of the evolution and development of global societies
How does anthropology look at air pollution?
how individual and community health are impacted by air pollution
how societies can collaborate to reduce air pollution
who is more heavily impacted in a community and why
Evidence of Air Pollution and Anthropology
studying the history of human interactions, such as when pollution dramatically decreased globally during the COVID-19 pandemic
How can Anthropology help solve air pollution?
we can use the information about human policies, incentives, and cultural factors related to air pollution to create better interventions.
What is Psychology?
study of human behavior with regards to the social, physical, and mental aspects of the brain and mind
How does Psychology look at air pollution?
through the lens of pathophysiological effects on the brain and resulting mental disorders and mental illnesses
Evidence of Air Pollution and Psychology
foud air pollution impacts mental and emotional well-being
a positive association between exposure to air pollutants and depression and autism
air pollution can increase suicidal tendencies because air pollution can disrupt the balance of neurotransmitters in the brain
How can Psychology help solve air pollution?
understanding the long-term risks and impacts of air pollution on the social, behavioral, and mental well-being of populations, leading to increased advocacy
What is Engineering?
science of designing structures, engines, and machines
How does Engineering look at air pollution?
pushing for electric vehicle usage
air filter systems
pollution-monitoring technology
pollutant-removal system
designing efficient energy sources and usage
Evidence of Air pollution and Engineering
Engineering uses both preventative and late-stage approaches for air pollution, in that they work on both preventing and removing air pollutants
How can engineering help solve air pollution?
Engineers provide technology to improve air pollution for the benefit of population-level health.
What is economics?
the study of the use of resources, goods, and markets
How does economics look at air pollution?
used to determine cost and benefit analysis for air pollution policies and programs, ensuring that pollution control measures have a high return on investment
Evidence of air pollution and economics
Repeat polluters should be charged higher fines - these regulations were effective in keeping levels lower
How can economics help solve air pollution?
provides valuable data and information on workable solutions for different groups involved that can inform policymakers and create important partnerships
What is Political Science?
how governments and politics interact with communities
How does Political Science look at air pollution?
generate regulations and legislation that prevent air pollution and promote health
Evidence of air pollution and political science?
Clean Air Act, policies regulating vehicle emission
taxes on high emission cars, and promoting a transition to clean fuels
public education about government efforts and funding for interventions
How can political science help solve air pollution?
legislation can give voice to companies, business owners, farmers, and other stakeholders so that everyone’s needs can be met by future air pollution reduction programs
What is molecular biology?
the study of how cellular processes including structures and mechanisms influence the body’s functioning
How does molecular biology look at air pollution?
studying how pollutants such as particulate matter affect or interrupt cellular mechanisms and influence health
Evidence of air pollution and molecular biology?
data on how particulate matter worsens outcomes in health conditions such as cardiovascular disease, brain health, lung cancer, COVID-19, pregnancy, and cancer treatment through specific cellular mechanisms
How can molecular biology help solve air pollution?
Focus on deeper cellular processes - help create policies with understanding between conditions and disease
