Air Pollution

Air Pollution

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Physics

10th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is air pollution?

Back

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.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the main sources of air pollution?

Back

Main sources include vehicle emissions, industrial discharges, burning of fossil fuels, and natural sources like wildfires and volcanic eruptions.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is acid rain?

Back

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.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does acid rain affect buildings?

Back

Acid rain can corrode and damage buildings made of concrete and limestone, leading to faster deterioration.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the greenhouse effect?

Back

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.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What are greenhouse gases?

Back

Greenhouse gases are gases that contribute to the greenhouse effect, including carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), and nitrous oxide (N2O).

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the role of carbon dioxide in global warming?

Back

Carbon dioxide is a significant greenhouse gas that traps heat in the atmosphere, contributing to global warming and climate change.

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