Air Pollution Introduction

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What is the Greenhouse Effect?

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Condition that is caused by carbon dioxide, methane, and water vapor trapping heat in the Earth's atmosphere.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-5

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What can humans do to reduce the effects of acid rain?

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Develop Alternate Energy Sources (Solar Power, Wind Energy), Use Less Energy, Stop Burning Fossil Fuels.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-3

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What causes indoor air pollution?

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Chemicals we bring into our homes and use.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-3

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What should everyone try to reduce?

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Carbon footprint.

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Which of the following is NOT a short-term health effect of air pollution?

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Lung cancer.

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What is acid rain?

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Rain that has been made acidic by pollutants in the atmosphere, primarily sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides.

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What are the main sources of air pollution?

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Vehicle emissions, industrial discharges, and burning fossil fuels.

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What is a carbon footprint?

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The total amount of greenhouse gases produced directly and indirectly by an individual, organization, event, or product.

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NGSS.HS-ESS2-6

NGSS.HS-ESS3-4

NGSS.HS-LS2-7

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How does air pollution affect human health?

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It can cause respiratory issues, cardiovascular diseases, and aggravate existing health conditions.

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What is smog?

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A type of air pollution that is a mixture of smoke and fog, often seen in urban areas.