Air Pollution

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What causes acid rain?

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High concentrations of sulfuric or nitric acid from pollution.

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True or False: Greenhouse gases, in moderate amounts, keep the Earth's temperature stable.

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True.

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Which of these problems can be caused by air pollution?

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Respiratory (breathing) problems.

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What do greenhouse gases do?

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Absorb and radiate heat.

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What causes global warming?

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An increase in Greenhouse gases.

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What is air pollution?

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The presence of harmful substances in the air.

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Name a common greenhouse gas.

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Carbon dioxide (CO2).

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What is smog?

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A type of air pollution that is a mixture of smoke and fog.

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How can air pollution affect human health?

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It can cause respiratory problems and other health issues.

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What is the ozone layer?

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A layer in the Earth's stratosphere that absorbs most of the Sun's harmful ultraviolet radiation.