What is air pollution?
Air Pollution

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Air pollution refers to the presence of harmful substances in the atmosphere, which can have adverse effects on human health, the environment, and the climate.
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What are the main sources of air pollution?
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Main sources include vehicle emissions, industrial discharges, burning of fossil fuels, and natural sources like wildfires and volcanic eruptions.
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What is acid rain?
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Acid rain is precipitation that contains high levels of sulfuric and nitric acids, primarily caused by emissions of sulfur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen oxides (NOx) from industrial activities.
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How does acid rain affect buildings?
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Acid rain can corrode and damage buildings made of concrete and limestone, leading to faster deterioration.
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What is the greenhouse effect?
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The greenhouse effect is the process by which certain gases in the Earth's atmosphere trap heat, preventing it from escaping back into space, thus warming the planet.
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What are greenhouse gases?
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Greenhouse gases are gases that contribute to the greenhouse effect, including carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), and nitrous oxide (N2O).
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What is the role of carbon dioxide in global warming?
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Carbon dioxide is a significant greenhouse gas that traps heat in the atmosphere, contributing to global warming and climate change.
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